1. Jacksonian Democracy
Part 1

2. Jacksonian Democracy and States’ Rights
Sectionalism Changes Politics  by 1820s, politics dominated by sectionalism (loyalty to interests of particular region of the country).
Election of 1824 – Democratic-Republican Party divided between 4 candidates

3. Election of Adams
John Quincy Adams wins… beating Jackson, who had earned the popular vote. Jackson felt that the presidency had been stolen from him and immediately started campaigning for the next election.
Jackson advertised himself as the “common man.” He also claimed that Adams only represented wealthy, privileged Easterners.
This would eventually divide the Dem-Rep Party: *supporters of Jackson  Democrats and *supporters of Adams  National Republicans

4. Redefining Democracy
Jackson Redefines “Democracy” by extends voting rights
Jacksonian democracy – the idea of widening political power and ensuring majority rule.
Though many states reduced restrictions, blacks and women still couldn’t vote.
Jackson wins in largely supported by westerners and farmers.
Thousands attended inauguration  party crashed the reception!

5. New Political Era Begins
Promised to reform government.
Began by placing his supporters in govt. positions (this came to be called the “spoils system”).