President Andrew Jackson (1829-1837) Common Man's President (4 март 1829 г. – 4 март 1837 г.)
Описание:
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.
Добавлено на ленту времени:
Дата:
4 март 1829 г.
4 март 1837 г.
~ 8 years