mar 13, 1894 - Andrew was Democratic- Republican, after being elected into presidency becameDemocratic. Purpose was increase political opportunity berid of elitism and mobilization of the masses. When Maritn Van Buren argued that governing party needs a loyal opposition representing parts of society governing parties couldn't Whig party included; Henry Clay, Daniel Webster. Two wings; Northern industrialist , Southern planters. Could win if nominated war heroes; William Henry Harrison , Zachary Taylor
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mar 13, 1894
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