In 1828 presidential election was a referendum on the role of government in
a. the Electoral College
b. national security
c. the expansion of slavery
d. the economy
i know its not A,..probably not C...i think it's D
What does your book say?
here's what it says: both Jackson and Adams had once been Jeffersonian Republicans, members of the party that had quarreled with Federalists, largely over constitutional issues. Now economic issues were forcing politicians to choose sides..."
Thanks. That passage makes it clear that economic issues were the most important of this campaign.
To determine the correct answer, let's examine the four options and analyze each one:
a. The Electoral College: The Electoral College is the system through which the President of the United States is elected. While the role of the Electoral College can influence the outcome of an election, it does not directly relate to the role of the government.
b. National Security: National security refers to the protection of a nation's citizens, territories, and interests from external threats. While an important topic, the 1828 presidential election did not primarily focus on this issue.
c. Expansion of Slavery: The expansion of slavery was a significant political and moral issue in the 1800s, leading up to the Civil War. However, the 1828 election between John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson was not centered around slavery.
d. The Economy: The economy refers to the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services within a country. Examining this option, it becomes evident that the 1828 presidential election was indeed a referendum on the role of government in the economy.
During this election, Andrew Jackson, a proponent of limited government and free-market principles, ran against John Quincy Adams, who favored a more active role for the federal government in economic matters. The election campaign revolved around competing visions for economic policies, such as tariffs, banks, and government intervention in business matters.
Therefore, the correct answer is indeed d. the economy.