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When Jefferson took office,

what were some changes he
wanted to make regarding
government and the economy?

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Answer:

jefferson also felt that the central government should be "rigorously frugal and simple." As president he reduced the size and scope of the federal government by ending internal taxes, reducing the size of the army and navy, and paying off the government's debt.

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