In the 1790s, those who were labeled republicans envisioned developing a nation that would be highly commercial and urban. Be largely agricultural and rural. Be a leading world power. Eventually control most of north america. Eventually grant political rights to women and minorities as well as white men.

Be largely agricultural and rural.

The Republicans or Democratic-Republicans were formed under the leadership of Thomas Jefferson out of the ideals of the Anti-Federalists who emerged during the Constitutional Convention.

The Republicans wanted a government that was small and state centered. They also believed the future of the US economy was in farming. Farming produced hard working citizens focused on creating a strong foundation of leadership and morals. Jefferson believed that people who owned land and worked hard to produce from their land would be the best citizens.