The Presidency Of Andrew Jackson
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Andrew Jackson may have been our seventh president, but he was first in many ways. Jackson's presidency is noted for its redefinition of the office: the introduction of the concept that the president is one with the people and the only spokesman who could represent them; liberal use of the veto po ....
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.... office. In the past, a small majority of Americans were allowed to vote. In his attempt t provide equality for all, he introduced the spoils system which replaced the caucus system used in the past and is still in use today. He was also the first President to be elected by a National Convention as well.
Jackson believed in a strong presidency and he vetoed a dozen pieces of legislation, more than the first six presidents put together. For example, he vetoed the congressional measure pro ....
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