apr 22, 1828 - In a narrow vote, the House of Representatives voted (105-94) in favor of the Tariff Act of 1828. This is also popularly known as the “Tariff of Abominations.” The goal was to protect northern and western agricultural products. It created a 38% tax on certain imported goods and a 45% tax on certain imported raw materials. However, Southerners felt threatened by this tariff because they were charged more for European imports
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