OOC: I have searched the forums for similar topics, but didn't come up with any.
Since enrolling in the US History AP course, I have been fascinated with the time period of the United States around Washington's presidency. As many may know, Alexander Hamilton served as Secretary of the Treasury under Washington. He was the opposing figure to Thomas Jefferson, Secretary of State under Washington, on the issue of the role of government. Hamilton led the Federalist Party until his death in 1804, when he was shot by V.P. Aaron Burr.
My question is: what is the plausibility of Alexander Hamilton becoming President of the United States, either before Washington, or after Washington's administration?
I think that if plausible, a Hamilton presidency would be quite interesting, with Jefferson becoming the leader of the Democratic-Republicans and opposing Hamilton's policies. Would a Hamilton presidency cause butterflies that alter the War of 1812, and how will the United States expand without Jefferson's contribution of the Louisiana Purchase?
The feedback of this thread will help me decide if I should pursue a timeline involving a Hamilton Presidency, with the most realistic POD.
