Narrator: The year is 1794.
it was a bright hot day.
Like any other day, men were off to work,
women cleaned their homes, and children were
off to school.
But what no one knew was that this day wouldn’t
be as normal as they thought.
President Washington has invited Thomas Jefferson,
his secretary of state, and Alexander Hamilton,
the secretary of treasury to discuss some
governmental matters.
George Washington: Good afternoon, Mr. Jefferson
and Mr. Hamilton!
It’s pleasure to see you, gentlemen.
Now let's get straight to the point shall
we?
Narrator: Now let’s give some background
info: Thomas Jefferson was born in Virginia.
One of ten children, he had many talents.
Jefferson was a gifted student.
Later on in his life, Jefferson set himself
up as a Virginian tobacco farmer.
As all farmers in his time, he used slaves
for labor.
Hamilton was born in the West Indies and raised
on the Caribbean island of St. Croix.
With no money or family connections that could
help him out in the world, he still made his
way on ability, ambition, and charm.
George Washington saw his talents and made
him into his personal assistant.
Thomas Jefferson: Sir Washington, why did
you ask of our presence this morning?
*Alexander Hamilton smirks*
George Washington: I have asked of your presence
so we could discuss the issue of *glances
at Alexander Hamilton* the national bank.
Mr Hamilton, here, thinks that a national
bank will be better for the Americans.
Narrator: Alexander Hamilton has recently
came up with a plan that includes creating
a national bank.
He thinks that it will be better for the country.
It would hold all tax collections and will
be able to print american money.
Thomas Jefferson: Mr Hamilton, with all due
respect, I solemnly think that a national
bank is unconstitutional!
Alexander Hamilton: Well, Mr Jefferson, I
have evidence that proves why we should have
national bank.
Thomas Jefferson: *unsure* Well, I-
Alexander Hamilton: *overenthusiastic* Great,
let’s begin!
First of all, the Constitution stated “Make
all laws which shall be necessary and proper
for carrying into execution.”
And clearly a bank is a “Necessary and proper”
act.
Alexander’s bank worker: He got that piece
of info from article 1, section 8 in the Constitution.
And a national bank is necessary and proper.
I agree with you very strongly it does not
say anything in the constitution about making
a bank but the constitution certainly applies
to it!
Alexander Hamilton: And keeping all the taxes
and funds safe in a bank would be necessary
and helpful for the Americans.
It may just be something for the rich and
wealthy but it is needed indeed.
And who says that the little money that poor
farmers and poor people have can't be deposited
into the bank also?
Thomas Jefferson: Wow, Hamilton I sure do
respect your work but how low can you stoop
to point out the differences between the rich
and the less fortunate?
Alexander Bank worker: Sir Hamilton is not
trying to offend you in any way he is just
truly speaking his mind.
He is stating the clear and true facts, nothing
else but that.
I don't see the problem with that.
Jefferson's poor farmer: Well if you don't
see the problem with what Alexander said,
you are certainly very ill minded!
*Alexander Bank Worker gives a shocked look*
*Alexander Hamilton’s jaw drops*
George Washington: Gentlemen!
Settle down!
You’re here to help me make a decision about
the national bank, not peck at each other’s
throats like children!
Thomas Jefferson: Now it’s my turn to make
it clear what “necessary and proper” means
to me.
So let’s chat about the bank being unconstitutional,
shall we?
Alexander Hamilton: Sure I certainly don't
see the problem with that, but let's keep
in mind the fact that even though the National
bank..
Jefferson’s poor farmer: You’ve had your
turn to talk, Mr Hammy!
Alexander Hamilton: You should control your
ill minded poor farmer, Jeffy!
Poor Farmer: Ill minded?!
Well excuse me, I’m may not be the educated
one but I still at least use my brain cells!
George Washington: *stands up* ENOUGH with
this nonsense!
Hamilton, give the right for Jefferson to
talk.
And then we shall decide for the National
bank.
It’s your turn Jefferson to say what you
think for a National bank.
Thomas Jefferson: Thank you, Mr. Washington.
As I was saying-
George Washington:*Giggles* *whispers* Mr.Hammy.
Oh, Oh yes Jefferson, as you were saying.
Thomas Jefferson: Okay then.
We do not need a National bank in our country.
It is unconstitutional.
The Constitution says what it means and means
what it says.
Nowhere in the constitution does it mention
creating a national bank.
The bank only favors the rich man, able to
spend $400 a share.
The rich then get richer on dividends from
taxpayers’ deposits!
It will not benefit the poor farmers.
Also, Hamilton *sends a death stare at Hamilton*
Hamilton favors government by the “rich
and wellborn”.
George Washington: Wow, you both have some
great points.
But Jefferson, I guess you are right, the
National bank isn’t Constitutional.
We are not putting a bank.
Bye, Mr Hamilton.
I think we’re done here.
Alexander Hamilton: *Surprised look*
Narrator: No, I’m just kidding, that didn’t
happen.
What REALLY happened was-
George Washington: Wow, you both have some
great points.
Jefferson, you dropped great points.
Hamilton, so did you.
Narrator: What do you think?
Would the national bank be good for the country
or would the nation become doomed?
