Alexander Hamilton. Adams’ characteristic aloofness and refusal to enter directly into political conflict probably cost him his reelection in 1800. Major Acts John Adams signed the unpopular Alien & ...

In 1800 Hamilton's old enemy, Aaron Burr, obtained and published a confidential document Hamilton had written that was highly critical of Federalist John Adams, then president.

In 1788, when John Adams ... Secretary Alexander Hamilton's "backroom maneuvering" to prevent a tie and ensure a decisive victory for Washington. His Highness, the President Adams' primary ...

Any worthwhile list of Pantheon-level American icons must include men like John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton ... whether Washington's portrait or a portrait ...