During the Jackson period the people were truly sovereign and could do no wrong. His presidential victory in 1828, his actions as president, and the great political party that formed around him refashioned national politics in a more democratic mold.
But before there was the Jacksonian Era politics was dominated by the Democratic-Republicans.Answer and discuss what actions and policies of the Democratic-Republican presidents, 1800–1824, laid the groundwork for Jackson’s breakaway movement?
As a Southerner, a slaveholder, a land speculator, an Indian fighter, and a Democrat, did President Andrew Jackson alter the direction of the nation? (In other words, did his presidential actions match his ideology?)
Did the “Age of the Common Man” provide opportunities for all American residents? Support your answers with facts and information from the text or other reliable source.
Do not forget to cite your sources.
For this discussion, please provide a detailed post (250 word minimum). As you provide your answer make sure you support them with facts or information from the readings. In addition, provide meaningful responses (75 word minimum) to at least two classmates’ posts. Late postings may be subject to a late penalty.