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Think ‘bout it: What do the words: Corrupt and
Bargain mean.
Today, I will be able to explain the results of the
1824 Election and the “Corrupt Bargain.” I will
also be able to explain why J.Q. Adams was an
unpopular President.
To receive any credit for 11.1 /11.3 I must see it
before the end of Monday.
Make sure you took your quiz 11.3-4.
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Jackson – war hero of 1812 and Indian fighter (helped
the U.S. acquire Florida), West
John Q. Adams – Sec. of State under Monroe, true
author of the “Monroe Doctrine;” helped to cover
Jackson’s rogue military endeavors (Florida)., North
Henry Clay– Speaker of the H.O.R., author of the
Missouri Compromise regarding slavery (**you’ll learn
this in a week or two**), West
William Crawford – Sec. of the Treasury, from the
South.
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No one received a majority of the Electoral votes; even
though Jackson had the most electoral and popular votes he
doesn’t become President.
Top 3 Candidates are passed to the H.O.R. for a vote
(Crawford has a stroke), so it’s between Jackson and Adams
Clay doesn’t like Jackson’s leadership style (dictator) and
helps Adams win.
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Adams appoints Clay to Sec. of State.
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"The Corrupt Bargain"
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By the 1830s, most states have dropped their
landowning requirements for voters.
Results: More “common” white people can vote.
Prior to 1828, no more than 28% of people could
vote. By 1828, that number rose to 58. By 1840, the
turnout was nearly 80%. Is this good or bad, why?
Drawback: More restrictions are being placed on
free black voters, in a lot of cases they are losing
the right to vote in national elections. Also,
women, Natives, and many others still aren’t
allowed to vote 
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Whigs: Wanted more federal involvement
with the economy (wealthier ppl, business
owners, southern planters, former Federalists)
Democrats: Frontier farmers, factory workers,
and those that are against large government.
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Old way, Caucus: Think of a few wealthy
powerful men making decisions in a cloudy
cigar-smoke filled room. “King makers”
New way, National Convention: Delegates
from all states chose the party’s nominee for
President. Nat’l Conventions are still held
today.