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"corrupt bargain" that Adams would be given the presidency in return for making Clay secretary.

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Q: What was the accusation made against John Q Adams and Clay?
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Who did john q Adams run against?

Henry Clay and Andrew Jackson ;-)


Why did the jacksonian charge of a corrupt bargain to john Adams the presidency arise?

The Jacksonians accused John Quincy Adams of striking a "corrupt bargain" with Henry Clay during the 1824 election, where Clay allegedly supported Adams in exchange for the position of Secretary of State. Jackson and his supporters claimed this backroom deal deprived him of the presidency, despite winning the popular vote. This accusation fueled Jackson's political attacks against Adams and contributed to the deepening divide between the Democratic-Republicans and the National Republicans.


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John Quincy Adams' victory in 1824 was aided by a man named Henry Clay. In return, Adams appointed Clay as Secretary of State.


What deal was struck between john Quincy Adams and Henry clay?

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