The Jackson Era

The Jackson Era

Discussion & Essay Questions

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    Politics Lens

    1. What effect did Andrew Jackson have on American politics? 
      • How did he change the political process for the better?
      • For the worse?
    2. What examples of Jackson’s political legacy can we identify in contemporary politics? 
    3. Why did Jackson win the election of 1828? 
    4. Was his victory rooted in ideology? Economics? Geography? Explain. 
    5. Are American politics more civil today? Use specific examples to justify your answer.