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Why did the crisis over the Missouri compromise expose?
The crisis over Missouri Compromise exposed the divisions of the country on the contentious issue of slavery. The line that literally divided the territories that would become states put the Union into a precarious balance that could easily tip in favor of the slave states.
How was the Bill of Rights a compromise?
Federalists were in favor of the Constitution but anti-federalists were not because they were in fear of losing their rights. Congress included the Bill of Rights as a compromise to satisfy both parties. The compromise is commonly called the "Massachusetts Compromise"
Was Jackson more in favor for states rights or unionist?
nobody knew exactly where Jackson stood on the issue od states' rights but he has given toasts in favor of states' rights. He declared-"Our Federal Union-it must be preserved." So, Jackson was in favor for unionist rather than states rights.
What role did president Jackson play during the trail of tears?
President Andrew Jackson was the official who approved of the Indian Removal Act of 1830. There were five major tribes: the Cherokee, Choctaw, Chickasaw, Creek, and Seminole. The Cherokee challenged the Indian Removal Act in the courts of the United States. It made its way up to the Supreme Court where it went under the supervision of John Marshall. He ruled the favor to the Cherokee. Note the Supreme Court could make the ruling but cannot enforce it, only the executive branch (the president) has the power to do so. The president at that time, Andrew Jackson ignored the decision of the Supreme Court and stilled removed the Indians from their land.
What is it called when Andrew Jackson gave federal government positions to his political supporters?
It is called a spoils system. The name comes from the phrase "to the victor belong the spoils," which was used by New York senator, William L. Marcy, to refer to Andrew Jackson's victory in 1828. Generally, the term has been used to characterize any situation in which a political party gives its voters government jobs in reward for voting in their favor after winning an election.
Who was in favor of the Indian removal act?
president Andrew Jackson
Which president was in favor of the Indian removal act?
Andrew Jackson
Who was the favor of the Indian removal act?
president Andrew Jackson
Who was in favor the Indian removal act?
president Andrew Jackson
What Millard Fillmore are Characteristics?
he failed to keep the whig party together and was in favor of the slave issue missouri compromise
Why did Andrew Jackson favor a Balanced Budget?
because it meant there was no surplus for the banks to benefit from
What year was the Indian Removal Act passed by Congress?
The Indian Removal Act was passed by Congress in 1830.
What was the nation's thoughts on slavery when Andrew Jackson was president?
More people were in favor of eliminating slavery than in the past.
Why did the crisis over the Missouri compromise expose?
The crisis over Missouri Compromise exposed the divisions of the country on the contentious issue of slavery. The line that literally divided the territories that would become states put the Union into a precarious balance that could easily tip in favor of the slave states.
What was Andrew Jackson's attitude toward nullification?
Andrew Jackson was against nullification, as long as it served his own purposes. Jackson became infamous for nullifying the Supreme Court decision in favor of the Cherokee nation. He is noted for saying something to the effect, "Let the Supreme Court enforce their decision."
What happened after Congress renewed the chater for the bank of the US?
Andrew Jackson vetoed the bill renewing the charter. Jackson did not favor a strong centralized government, and aimed to prevent a central government-run bank as well.
How did Stephen Douglas plan to undo the Missouri compromise?
Stephen Douglas was eager to develop west of his home from Illionois. As a result, he suggested to form two new territories : Kansas and Nebraska. However, many Southerners rejected the idea because under the Missouri Compromise, the territories would be admitted as free states. Douglas then proposed that the upcoming territories would be decided by popular sovereignty, earning the South's favor and thus, removing the Missouri Compromise.
