At this point in American history, the citizens were becoming frustrated with Adam’s federalist policies. In a desire for change, the American people voted for both of the politicians representing the Democratic-Republican ticket – Thomas Jefferson and Aaron Burr – despite the fact that the two were actually running mates. In an even more shocking turn of events, Jefferson and Burr received the same number of electoral votes, resulting in a tie with 73 a piece. The election was then placed in the hands of the House of Representatives, but neither candidate would win the majority. Alexander Hamilton, fearful that Aaron Burr might possibly become president, voiced his support of Jefferson – convincing the Federalist supporters in the House
