jan 1, 1800 - 1800 - The election of 1800 was notable in that it was the first transfer of power between two political parties or two individuals whose political philosophies differed significantly. It showed that despite the somewhat strong executive enshrined in the Constitution, the person and the office could be differentiated, preventing despotism.
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jan 1, 1800
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~ 225 years ago