Andrew Jackson's Policies

Lesson Objectives

We will- Explain the impact of the election of Andrew Jackson.

I will- Write about the policies of President Andrew Jackson as well as answer questions to show comprehension.

Essential Question:
What were the policies of President Andrew Jackson?

The Expansion of Suffrage

• universal white male suffrage

  • Men do not have to own property to vote

• increased political participation and representation

  • More men voting

The National Bank Controversy

• Jackson believed the national bank had too much power and was unconstitutional.

• He vetoed the rechartering of the bank, leading to its eventual closure.

• This decision had a devastating impact on the economy

Consequences of eliminating the national bank

• Increased economic problems and recessions.

• Many state banks printed and loaned money which could not be paid back.

• Many banks would close.

The Spoils System

• The Spoils System was a practice introduced by Andrew Jackson during his presidency.

• appointing supporters to positions, regardless of their qualifications.
  

• This system led to widespread corruption