Whig

The Whigs were a political party in Britain and later the United States, originating in the 17th and 18th centuries. They generally supported constitutional monarchism, parliamentary power, and commercial interests. In the U.S., the Whig Party (1830s-1850s) emerged to oppose President Andrew Jackson's Democrats, advocating for modernization, infrastructure, and stronger Congress. They promoted economic development and resisted executive overreach. The party eventually declined due to internal divisions over slavery, with many members joining the Republican Party. Overall, the Whigs represented a reform-minded movement emphasizing stability, progress, and balanced government.