American Parliament 1783-present!

[FEMA Camp Administrator]

What type of cabinet offices are there and who occupy them?

[TommyC1776]

What type of cabinet offices are there and who occupy them?

In the summer of 1798 the Anti-Federalists became the Democratic Republicans.

Under Jefferson's government you had:

Secretary of Foreign Affairs: James Madison (Democratic Republican-Port Conway, VA)
Secretary of Treasury: Albert Gallatin (Democratic Republican-Pittsburgh)
Secretary of War: Henry Dearborn (Democratic Republican-Roxbury, MA)
Attorney General: Levi Lincoln Sr. (Democratic Republican-Worcester, MA)
Secretary of Naval Service: Robert Smith (Democratic Republican-Baltimore, MD)

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In the fall of 1798 both Houses pass Marine Hospital Service Act of 1798 overwhelmingly.

In the summer of 1799 both parties were getting ready for the 1800 Election.  Pinckney hopes the Federalists can gain back power.  "I feel that we've been under the wrong leadership with Thomas Jefferson as Prime Minister.  That's why we need to elect a Federalist next year."

On December 14, 1799 former Prime Minister George Washington dies.  John Adams and Thomas Jefferson say real nice things about Washington.  Adams says "He was a great leader and fought for what he believed."  Current PM Jefferson said "We've lost a great leader.  He stood up for what he believed in and never stepped down to anyone's level."

Leader of the Opposition Charles Pinckney says "Washington showed what it meant to be a true Federalist."

As 1800 gets here, the campaign begins.  Jefferson says "We must keep the Democratic Republicans in power."  Secretary of Foreign Affairs James Madison goes on the campaign trail for Jefferson and the Democratic Republicans.

Deputy Opposition Leader Alexander Hamilton says "We can't trust Jefferson as leader.  Charles Pinckney will be a better leader than Jefferson.  The Pinckney-Hamilton team will continue the policies of the Washington and Adams government."

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1800 Election:
House of Commons: 55 Democratic-Republicans, 36 Federalists

Jefferson is so glad he's got a big majority in the House of Commons.  On July 29, 1800 Charles Pinckney resigns as Opposition Leader.  Later that day Alexander Hamilton becomes Leader of the Opposition.  A few days later he selects Rufus King as Deputy Leader of the Opposition.

On September 4, 1800 Thomas Jefferson is inaugurated for his 2nd term.  "Americans, today is a great day for America.  Over the next 5 years we'll have a continue of the policies of the last 5.  Let's keep going on this track and we can be successful.  Thanks and God Bless America.  I love you."

On December 31, 1800 Federalist Lord Ray Greene decides to resign.  The following January Christopher Ellery becomes a new Lord for Rhode Island.

New House of Lords composition: 17 Democratic-Republicans, 17 Federalists

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On February 1, 1801 Governor General John Langdon resigns after being in that post for 23 years.  He says "I've seen a lot in the past 23 years I've been Governor General.  However, I feel that I must resign and go into retirement.  It's been a great achievement to be in this post.  Thanks and God Bless America."

Jefferson asked King George III if he'd appoint former Foreign Affairs Minister (during Articles of Confederation) Robert Livingston as Governor General.  HM agrees and Livingston becomes the 3rd Governor General of the UPA.

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In late 1801 Lord William Hindman dies.  His successor will be Robert Wright.  This gave the Democratic-Republicans total control in the Lords too.  They now have a 18-16 majority.

Between March 25th-27th, 1802 there's a treaty signed between UK and France.

At the end of April Judiciary Act of 1802 passes both the House of Commons and House of Lords.

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The following year The UPA got the Louisiana Purchase.

Also in 1803 there's talk of PM Jefferson having had an affair with a black slave.  However, Jefferson made no mention of it.  After awhile its dropped as an issue.

That fall Deputy PM Burr and Opposition Leader Alexander Hamilton were going at it over different issues, including, the New Englanders want for Independence.  The following year Deputy PM Burr challenges Hamilton to a duel.

On July 11, 1804 they met and walked 10 paces then shot.  Hamilton was mortally wounded.  The next day Hamilton dies.  On July 12th, 1804 Rufus King becomes Leader of the Opposition.  At that point Prime Minister Thomas Jefferson asks Deputy Prime Minister Aaron Burr to resign as DPM.  Burr agrees.  This is the first time in the UPA's history that neither party had a Deputy leader.

Jefferson appoints George Clinton as his new Deputy Prime Minister later that month.  Also at that time Rufus King appoints Benjamin Tallmadge as Deputy Leader of the Opposition.

Get ready for the election of 1805.

[TommyC1776]

According to the 1800 census there would be 9 more members added to the House of Commons.

1805 Election:
House of Commons: 63 Democratic-Republicans, 37 Federalists.

Jefferson will take office for a third term as PM in the following September.

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In November 1805 Lewis and Clark arrived at the Pacific Ocean.

In the spring of 1806 former Deputy Prime Minister Aaron Burr is put on trial for the murder of former Opposition Leader Alexander Hamilton.  Burr is later acquitted.

That fall the House of Commons debates the Prohibition of Importing Slaves Act of 1806 and it passes 60-40.  The Lords pass it 21-13.  Governor General Robert Livingston signs it into law on November 15, 1806.

Wait and see what else happens.

[TommyC1776]

In January 1807 Napolean and his army set their work on Russia.

On February 17, 1807 Henry Christopher is elected President of Haiti.

That summer Napolean and his army take down Russia in the Battle of Friedland.

Back at home, Opposition Deputy Leader Benjamin Tallmadge resigns, in order for DeWitt Clinton to become the new Opposition Deputy Leader.

That fall Robert Fulton makes the first commercially available steamboat in America.

1808 is coming.

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In February 1808 Deputy Prime Minister George Clinton resigns due to his election as Governor of NY.  He's replaced by Secrectary of Foreign Affairs James Madison.

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In the fall of 1808 the British put certain trade restrictions on American imports.  War looked imminent as the Indians also sided with the British as so the US wouldn't get anymore territory plus the British Navy taking Americans by force.

On November 18, 1808 Prime Minister Jefferson asked the House of Commons and the House of Lords to declare war against the British.   The Commons vote was 62-38.  The Lords vote was 22-12. This put a huge dent in the relationship between the two countries.  Governor General Robert Livingston signs the proclamation.

As the war loomed on tensions between Britain and the UPA getting higher there was talk of leaving Britain all together.  Wait and see what happens.

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Newly appointed Secretary of Foreign Affairs James Monroe travels to Britain for peace talks with HM King George III.  Monroe lays forward the UPA's plan of action if they decide to leave Britain totally.

Plan if leave Britain:
1. Prime Minister still in charge.
2. Governor General serves a 6 year term and can be re-elected as many times by the House of Commons.
3. Possibility of Prime Minister elected by the people.
4.Britain to pay back debt to the UPA.

As the war looms on the Americans are starting to want out of it either way.  There could be an election called in the fall of 1809.

The Federalists and some Democratic-Republicans are considering having a vote on Jeffersons leadership soon.  Wait and see what happens.

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Comments, Criticisms or Concerns?

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Members of the House of Commons and House of Lords meet to discuss possibly changing the constitution.

As 1810 comes war looks in America's favor.  The election of 1810 is postponed with the passage of the War And Elections Act of 1810.

By the fall of 1810 the UPA is recognized by the British as an official nation.

New Government in the UPA:
Prime Minister is head of government.
Governor General elected by the House of Commons.
House of Lords elected by state legislatures.
Election of Governor General every 6 years.
Election in House of Commons and Lords every 5 years (unless otherwise specified).

First Election in the New UPA will take place in March 1811.

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1811 House of Commons Election: 61 Democratic-Republicans, 48 Federalists
House of Lords Elections:* 19 Democratic-Republicans, 15 Federalists

Thomas Jefferson resigns as Prime Minister, and James Madison becomes the new PM.  On September 4, 1811 the House of Commons meets officially and elects Robert Livingston as Governor General by a 67-42 vote.

*Reminder: House of Lords elected by state legislatures.

In the spring of 1812 Louisiana is admitted as the 18th state.  Both House of Lords members are Democratic-Republicans.  In the House of Commons there's 3 more seats added.

House of Commons New Composition: 62 Democratic-Republicans, 50 Federalists
House of Lords New Composition: 21 Democratic-Republicans, 15 Federalists

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Leaders of 7th Parliament:
Prime Minister: James Madison
Deputy Prime Minister: James Monroe
Leader of the Opposition: Rufus King
Deputy Leader of the Opposition: DeWitt Clinton
Lord Speaker: William Crawford
Governor General: Robert Livingston

Map of UPA:

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On September 4, 1811 James Madison begins his first official term as Prime Minister. 

Madison gives his inaugural address: "Americans, today, as i officially begin my term as Prime Minister, I want to say thanks for having me serve as the leader.  Over the past couple years we had our pronlems with Britain.  In the end we won total independence.  Thanks".  In the House of Commons and the Lords they pass the National Road Act of 1811.  It passes overwhelmingly.  Governor General Robert Livingston signs it into law on December 30, 1811.

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In April 1812 former Deputy Prime Minister George Clinton dies.  Prime Minister James Madison reserves April 20th as a day of national rememberence for the former DPM.  "George was an honest man.  He first served in the Parliament then became Deputy Prime Minister.  He helped Jefferson lead the party for a few years.  Finally, before his retirement he served as Governor of NY for a few years.  We will miss you George Clinton.  Rest In Peace good buddy."

Former PM Jefferson says "He was a great man to serve with in the Commons."

Governor General Robert Livingston says "Mr. Clinton served this country greatly in the Commons and as Governor of New York.  We will miss you George."

[Oldiesfreak1854]

I'd love to see some maps, but you don't have to do that if you don't want to.

[TommyC1776]

I'd love to see some maps, but you don't have to do that if you don't want to.

This map is a map of popularity of each party.

Federalists
Democratic-Republicans

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On February 26, 1813 Governor General Robert Livingston dies.

The House of Commons meets right away to vote on a new Governor General.

The candidates are  Chief Justice John Marshall (Federalist) and Lord Speaker William Crawford (Democratic-Republican).

Prime Minister Madison makes a case for Crawford while Opposition Leader Rufus King makes a case for Marshall.

Wait for the results next.  Whoever wins will serve until September 4, 1816 (when Livingston's term would've ended).  After that 1814 and the 1815 elections to the House of Commons.

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After kong debate, on March 6, 1813, the House of Commons votes in favor of William Crawford with a vote of 63-47.  61 DR's and 2 Federalists vote in favor of Crawford.  2 Commons members didn't vote.

Prime Minister James Madison states "I want to congratulate Mr. Crawford on his win today."

Crawford takes the oath of office as Governor General on March 8, 1813.  "Americans we must remember the leadership that Govenor General Livingston had done for America.  Now, we must get back to work and get a lot done over the next few years.  We're getting back to work, as Britain is starting to pay back the debt from the war.  Thanks and God Bless America."

Wait and see what happens next.

[FEMA Camp Administrator]

Regretting taking my eye off this. Good work! Do the Federalists have any joke of taking power soon?

[TommyC1776]

Regretting taking my eye off this. Good work! Do the Federalists have any joke of taking power soon?

Thanks and, as of right now, the Federalists may not take power ever again.  I may create the Whig Party earlier than it came to be.