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The election of 1800 was aptly named the Revolution of 1800. The Revolution of 1800 was a peaceful transition of power from one set of political ideas to another. Obviously, giving the election of 1800 this title means it has to have significant factors in the election. Many factors happen within foreign policy, judiciary, and politics during the election of 1800. These three areas are main reasons why the election of 1800 was renamed the Revolution of 1800. Thomas Jefferson had a big part in foreign policy. Western expansion was center stage in Jefferson’s vision for the United States. Also, the Louisiana Purchase was a big factor. Territory was taken by Spain, which was then eventually given to France. This caused the U.S. to be very unhappy.

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