Introduction
Andrew Jackson. Henry Clay. The Bank Veto. The Native Americans. Names and issues such as these rang in the early 19th century in Jackson’s campaigns for President. Every President is not without their opposition, however. One of Jackson’s main challengers, a Republican named Henry Clay, strongly opposed Jackson’s policies. The National Republicans stood against Jackson in his attempts. This study will show you how the Republicans stood on the issues Jackson tackled in his administration.
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