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In 1815, Jackson spent several years fighting Native American Indians so we could have more land in Georgia and Florida.
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Jackson & supporters spent the next 4 years campaigning for the presidency by introducing campagning tactics like popular rallies, parades & nominating convections.
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In 1828 Vice President Calhoun claimed that statea could nullify federal laws if it is in the states best interest. Jackson disagreed if state could nullify any law it would be considered unnconstitutional to the governments power. He feared it could destory the Union.
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In 1828, Jackson was elected as president.
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During his presidency, Jackson wanted a government for the people by ordinary people. He was called The Common Man because his supporters were farmers and laborers.
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Jackson felt that the national bank gave too much power to one President of the Bank and is corrupt and unethical.
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In 1832, Cherokee claimed that they were an "independent nation" protected by treaty. The Cherokee asked the Supreme Court to uphold the treaty that gave them land. John Marshall agreeded with the Cherokee but Jackson simply ignored the ruling.
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Due to the Indian Removal Act, the Cherokee and the other 4 civilized trides were forced to march 800 miles to Indian Territory.
