President Andrew Jackson (1829-1837) Common Man's President (4 mars 1829 – 4 mars 1837)
Description:
Spoils System:Replaced government supporters with patrons
Practice of giving/rewarding government jobs to political supporters became known as the Spoils / Patronage System. Impact- 1. Opponents charge the practice was corrupt
2.Jackson claims, “To the victory belongs the spoils.”
Nullification Crisis:
1.South Carolina Ordinance of Nullification =right to nullify/reject tariff claiming States’ Rights
2. South Carolina threatens to secede [leave/withdraw] from the Union because high tariffs are hurting their economy.
3. Jackson threatens to send troops.
4. Henry Clay’s compromise has Congress reducing the tax gradually.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
4 mars 1829
4 mars 1837
~ 8 years