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James Madison of Virginia was the first member to become President. He initially sided with Hamilton on the need for a strong central government. But in early 1790's, Madison broke with Hamilton. HE then played a prominent role in the evolution of a permanent ways and means committee by supporting the creation of a select House panel that would loosen Hamilton's grip on revenue matters. Madison served on the committee as a minority member. He left Congress in 1800, became Secretary of State under Thomas Jefferson, and succeeded him as President in 1809. |
