What is the primary difference between Jefferson's and Madison's beliefs about the Bill of Rights? Jefferson believed that a bill of rights was unnecessary, while Madison believed that it was necessary. Madison believed that it was important to have a bill of rights to protect against the majority. Jefferson believed that that the federal system would protect rights without a bill of rights. Madison disagreed with Jefferson's belief that a bill of rights would protect citizens.

1. Jefferson's Party - the Democratic-Republicans

* * were headed by Thomas Jefferson and James Madison

* * were in favor of a weak central government

* * believed power should be centered in the legislative branch

* * opposed most of Alexander Hamilton's economic policies (assumption, national bank)

* * were in favor of the farmer as opposed to the merchant (particularly Jefferson)

* * strict constructionists

* * would have 3 presidents of their party - Madison, Jefferson, and Monroe

2. Hamilton's Party - the Federalists

* * were headed by Alexander Hamilton (primarily)

* * were in favor of a strong central government

* * believed power should be centered in the executive branch

* * favored most of Alexander Hamilton's economic policies (how they got started)

* * were in favor of the merchant as opposed to the farmer (particularly Hamilton)

* * were loose constructionist

* * would have 1 president of their party - Adams

Answer: Letter D

Explanation: Madison disagreed with Jefferson's belief that a bill of rights would protect citizens. Madison objected at first because it would only imply that there rights that government does not protect and that it would be a hindrance that would oppose the power of government. It was only when he added the amendments he made that he changed his mind.