These are my views as I see it, and from the limited but growing library on the constitution, Presidents and ect. I fully admit that I don't know as much as I should, partly because of not caring in school, and partly because of schools as I went through them. I graduated in 2008, so that gives you a reference.
Washington did exactly as the constitution described, to the letter during the whiskey rebellion. Following Article 2, Section 2, 1:He asked his cabinet for written opinions about how to deal with the crisis. The cabinet recommended the use of force, except for Secretary of State Edmund Randolph (sp?) who urged peaceful negotionations. Washington did both: he sent commissioners to meet with the rebels while raising a militia army. He called into into action a militia that was responsible for protecting the public when the negotiations failed.. Perhaps I am naive but that's how I see it.
Jefferson although growing the government, isn't technically unconstitutional that I know of. (This I am probably wrong on and would be willing to learn the lesson with references!!)
The Monroe Doctrine simply stated that any attempt to future colonization or interference with the states of the now sovereign nation would be treated as an act of aggression toward the United States. (Once again, willing to listen and learn!)
Grover Cleveland- What did you find? I am willing to listen and learn!
ETA: I will be continuing my research to find opinions on this matter...
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