Andrew Jackson: Life in Brief

The right for all adult white males to vote, regardless of property ownership or tax payment.

A system where voters select presidential electors, who in turn vote for the president.

A practice where political parties provide pre-printed ballots to voters.

A voting method where each party's ballot is a different color, making it obvious who a person voted for.

A practice where voting occurs in public, allowing onlookers to see who votes for whom.

A voting method where voters choose one candidate from a list of candidates for each office.

A practice where voters choose among candidates on a ballot paper, hiding their choices.

A requirement that citizens live in a particular place for a certain period before they can vote.

The abolition of property qualifications for voting and officeholding, allowing more people to participate in the political process.

A period of significant change in American politics witnessed in the 1820s through the 1840s, marked by broadened suffrage and the rise of a two-party system.

An economic downturn that sparked calls for more political participation and led to changes in voting laws.

The rise of organized political parties with clear platforms that competed for votes through campaigns and media.

The use of various methods to reach voters and gain support, including newspapers, rallies, and speeches.

The process of moving from indirect methods of electing representatives, like state legislatures choosing electors, to direct methods where voters have a more direct say.

The percentage of eligible voters who participate in an election, which increased dramatically during this period.

The period before the political revolution, characterized by limited voting rights and a system controlled by elites.

The widespread practice of attacking established institutions and privileged groups to win popular support, often by highlighting their perceived corruption or self-interest. This strategy emerged as a key tactic for gaining political power during the rise of democracy in the early 19th century.

The rise of political parties and organized campaigning in the 1820s, fueled by advancements in political tactics like rallies, partisan newspapers, and nominating conventions, which helped create a more competitive and participatory political landscape.

The shift from a political system dominated by elites and deference to one where ordinary people played a more active role, evident in the adoption of more accessible language, campaign techniques, and the emphasis on popular appeal.

The process by which the judiciary became more responsive to the public will, transitioning from appointments by elites to elections by the people.

The loosening of restrictions on practicing law, allowing individuals to practice law without formal training or qualifications.

The removal of barriers on practicing medicine, allowing non-traditional practitioners, like herb doctors and women, to operate freely, expanding the accessibility of healthcare.

A political party formed in the 1820s in response to perceived anti-Masonic conspiracies, highlighting the power of the Freemasons and using it to gain popular support.

The Freemasons, a fraternal order active in the 1820s, were seen as a powerful and influential group, allegedly using their influence to enrich themselves and control political and business positions.