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What is a tariff and why was Jefferson opposed to the tariff?

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Jefferson wanted lower tariffs helping farmers keep the price of import goods low

Step-by-step explanation:

Jefferson wanted the central government to stay small and broke and leave the states with the money and power. tariff would hurt farmers

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