John Quincy Adams and Jacksonian Democracy

Political Parties Increase in democratic policies within government Despite their victories, the Republican party began to deteriorate during Monroe’s second term 2nd party begins to emerge- differences in opinion 1819 financial crisis Slavery Election of 1824

Election of 1824 Tie between John Quincy Adams, Henry Clay and Andrew Jackson Decision was handed over to the House of Representatives Henry Clay convinced his supporters to vote for Adams Dubbed a “Corrupt Bargain” by Jackson and his supporters

Adam’s Presidency Unpopular due to the nature of the election Expansion of internal improvements Refused to participate in the patronage system Wanted to negotiate for Indian land instead of simply annexing it “Tariff of Abominations”- high tariff to support industry- Southerners felt it favored the North

Election of Andrew Jackson Bitter election race Favored the common man over the rich elite Believed the government had no role in protecting certain economic industries Spoils system of awarding political office Indian Removal Act Take notes during film