When comparing the viewpoints of Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton, the views of Jefferson tend to be more favorable than that of Hamilton. One can say Jefferson prevailed Hamilton because of his theories that are relative to the poor, as Hamilton’s views were supported by the wealthy. Jefferson’s beliefs were mainly supported by the working class such as small farmers and shopkeepers, as Hamilton’s supporters were wealthy farmers and merchants. The reason why one would favor Jefferson’s beliefs rather than Hamilton’s is because Jefferson’s theories were socially constructed well. Jefferson’s belief was that he “Had deep faith in the common people” and “Believed that individual liberties must be protected.” Jefferson thus believed that