Assess the achievement of Thomas Jefferson’s principles by 1815. Note

Assess the achievement of Thomas Jefferson’s principles by 1815. Note especially ways in which his principles were compromised during the Jefferson and Madison administrations.

What will be an ideal response?

ANSWER
Consider: attack on judiciary was incompatible with belief in meritocracy; Louisiana Purchase required implied powers; continuation of slavery violated assertion of equality; enforcement of Embargo Act violated the principle of limited government; Louisiana Purchase and War of 1812 were at odds with economy in government.