Rise of Political Parties - Laura Fernandez & Trystane Arrazcaeta by Trystane Arrazcaeta

Election of 1800

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In the election of 1800, Thomas Jefferson comes out the victor over John Adams, representing the first Democratic-Republican in the White House. This is the first milestone for the division in American politics in Unit 4.

Louisiana Purchase

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The Louisiana Purchase that occurred in 1803 was Thomas Jefferson's most impactful policy, more than doubling the size of the United States. Many people now saw Jefferson's policies as a success, and as a result flocking to the Democractic-Republican Party.

War of 1812

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This war led to an increase to nationalism as the Americans were fighting a common enemy, however differences did arise as federalists in the New England were for the most part opposed to the war. On the other hand, Democratic-Republicans were mostly supportive.

Era of Good Feelings

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Between 1817-1825, national unity was achieved under James Monroe because Democratic-Republicans were now the only political party. However, internal divisions were beginning to arise.

The Missouri Compromise

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This was the first major national debate over slavery in new states occurred in 1820. It intensified regional and political divisions and set the stage for the split in the Democratic-Republican Party.

The Corrupt Bargain

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In the election of 1824, none of the candidates won a majority of the electoral votes, so the House of Representatives chose John Quincy Adams as president. Andrew Jackson, who lost despite winning the popular vote, claimed it was a "corrupt bargain," fueling a new movement.

The Formation of the Democratic Party

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Andrew Jackson gained the presidency in the election of 1828, representing rise of the Democrat party, returning the US to a two-party system.

The Tariff of Abominations

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The tariffs levied by the Jackson administration in 1828 had major effects on both major regions of the US. The northern economy, based around manufacturing greatly benefited, while the south was greatly hindered, increasing the fracturing of the American people.

The Nullification Crisis

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Between 1832-1833, John C. Calhoun led South Carolina to declaring that they would ignore the federal tariffs. Andrew Jackson asserted federal power, deepening the divide between states' rights and federal authority.

The Birth of the Whig Party

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In response to Jackson's tariffs and "overuse" of federal authority, opponents united in opposition to his policies and values, forming the Whig party in 1834.