Jacksonian Democracy lesson plans - the Election of 1828
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WHO?
Andrew Jackson would win a major victory in the presidential Election of 1828. With support of a much larger voting contingent, and 70% of the electoral votes, Jackson redeems what he considered a 'corrupt bargain' in the previous Election of 1824.
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WHAT?
The Election of 1828 was much anticipated. Adams had left the presidency unpopular in many of his policies. Jackson, armed with an image catering to the 'common man', secured a strong victory, leading to what will become a 'Jacksonian Democracy'.
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WHEN?
1824
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1828
The Election of 1828 had been in the making since the results of the Election of 1824. The election will result in Jackson's victory and a strong case for his run in 1832.
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WHERE?
We got the Vote!
The Election of 1828 is unique; voter eligibility greatly expanded to landowners and 'the common man'. New voters in the Ohio River Valley and recently settled western lands worked to Jackson's advantage.
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WHY?
Finally! VICTORY FOR THE COMMON MAN!
Jackson secured victory for several reasons. Adams presidency proved to be unpopular. In addition, Jackson appealed to more common voters with his position as both a war hero and staunch opponent of the federal government influence.