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A strict interpretation v a loose interpretation of the Constitution is seen in

  1. Creation of the Bank of the US 1791

  2. Annexation of Florida in 1821

  3. Decision to declare war on Great Britain 1812

  4. Issuance of the Monroe Doctrine in 1823
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Explanation

The debate over the Bank of the United States in 1791 highlighted the conflict between Alexander Hamilton (loose interpretation) and Thomas Jefferson (strict interpretation). Hamilton argued the 'necessary and proper' clause allowed for the bank, while Jefferson argued the Constitution did not explicitly grant that power.

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