The emergence of an alternative political organization to the Federalists was prompted by a
A. dispute over President Washington's policies for westward expansion
B. fear that the Federalists were attmepting to end free elections
C. belief that the power of the central government needed to be restrained
D. a growing debate over the national bank
E. fear that George Washington would try to run for a 3rd term
Answer: C. belief that the power of the central government needed to be restrained