The Election of 1824
The election of 1824 was an election more of regional personalities rather than political Ideology since all candidates were from the same party.
At the end of the election, Jackson had most Electoral Votes and Popular Votes, but did not have majority of electoral the house of representatives had to decide in which he won. Adams had made Henry Clay his Secretary of State in the 'corrupt bargain' which caused protest.
- Andrew Jackson was seen as a peoples man, and a war hero. Accused for war crimes and exploits.
- John Quincy Adams was looked at as formal and deliberate man. He was mocked for his appearance.
- William Crawford was seen as an undemocratic person, charged with misconduct of his duties.
- Henry Clay was a popular compromiser, people called him a drunk.
- John Calhoun was written as vice president for Adams and Jackson.
At the end of the election, Jackson had most Electoral Votes and Popular Votes, but did not have majority of electoral the house of representatives had to decide in which he won. Adams had made Henry Clay his Secretary of State in the 'corrupt bargain' which caused protest.