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Who failed to become president despite winning most of the popular vote in 1824?
Andrew Jackson
Failed to become president despite winning most of the popular vote in 1824?
Andrew Jackson is the presidential candidate who won the popular vote in the 1824 election but failed to secure the presidency. Despite winning the highest number of popular votes, Jackson did not have the majority needed in the electoral college, and the election was ultimately decided by the House of Representatives, who chose John Quincy Adams as the president. This outcome is often referred to as the "corrupt bargain" because Adams appointed Henry Clay, who had supported him, as his Secretary of State.
Can a person become president without winning the popular vote?
Yes, if something were to happen to the president, the vice president automatically takes over.
How Wilson won the presidency without winning the popular vote?
He got enough electoral votes. To become president you don't need the popular vote.
How does a person become President of the US?
by winning the electoral votes
What was unusual about Abraham Lincoln's election in 1860?
In 1860, Abraham Lincoln became the only Presidential candidate in U.S. history to win the electoral vote despite winning less than 40% of the popular vote. The only other person to become U.S. President with less than 40% of the popular vote was John Quincy Adams in 1824, but he did not win the electoral vote.
How many vice presidents have gone on to become president weather through the death of the president or winning the eletion on their own?
13
Why did Calvin Coolidge become popular?
yes. Before he was president he was a tireless worker for Republican causes and he was generally a popular president.
Did Barack Obama become president?
Yes, Barack Obama was elected president in November 2008; he was also re-elected in November 2012, winning a second term.
Why didn't McCain make president?
John McCain did not become President of the US because he did not win the popular vote.
How do you become class president?
get popular, Don't be a bully, be friendly and stay calm.
Does the winner of the popular vote or the winner of the electoral vote become president?
Yes
