Andrew Jaclson
Growing up Jackson was poor and grew up in a log cabin (the first of any president). As Jackson grew older he puruseued multiple careers.
In addition to being a lawyer, politician and judge a landowner and a merchant, Jackson was also a part of the U.S military. After leading 5,000 soldiers in the defeat of 7,500 British in New Orleans, on January 8, 1815, Jackson was sought as a national hero.
Eventually Jackson was nominated for presidency n 1824. Though Jackson was the most popular candidate, he lost the election when the House of Representatives chose his opponent, John Adams. The decision, however was corrupt as Henry Clay helped Adams win for using his power in the Hose of Representatives which became known as the Corrupt Bargain.
In the election of 1828 Jackson made a comeback winning by a landslide. John Calhoun was vice president.
Jackson did not agree with Congress in policy-making, though he was the first president to use his power to veto. He believed in letting the American people chose president and vice- president by abolishing the electoral college, which gave him the nickname the "people's president." He also created rotation in office, which became known as the spoils system. He based his entire administration on six principles (next tab).
Despite being favored by the People, Jackson made a treaty that changed people's views on him. Previously Jackson negotiated treaties and removal policies before his presidency however he was blamed for the sufferings such as the Trail of Tears, which the forced relocation of Cherokee Indians.
In addition, Jackson became involved in a battle with The National Bank of America. Jackson openly displayed his hatred toward the bank, vetoing its re-charter bill. The American public supported his views on the issue which helped him win his re-election campaign against Henry Clay.
Through out history Jackson and his administration attracted supporters as well as much opposition. With choices that are believed today to have been silly and approachable in an alternate way, Jackson did/does not seem "fit" the title of a "good president". Through the Age of Jackson, Jackson was deemed the most controversial President of all due to his choices.
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