How did Jefferson and Congress put Democratic-Republican ideas into practice?
They boasted the 12th amendment in showcase that this was both unjust and uncivil, creating a hostile environment. This is how the other candidates, the democratic republicans won over the federalists
Was Zachary Taylor a democrat or republican?
Taylor belonged to the Whig Party, one of two Whig candidates to be elected as President. The Whigs were the main opposition to the Jacksonian Democrats before the Republican Party was formed.
Why was Zachary Taylor elected president?
He was drafted into it. He was famous for his military exploits and the Whig party decided he was a good candidate to win, and nominated him.