Henry Clay, receiving the least votes, was left out. However, as a leader in the House of Representatives, he had influence over the other members. In exchange for his support, the House election declared John Quincy Adams president. Soon, Adams chose Henry Clay to fill the vacant seat of Secretary of State. Jackson was shocked and enraged. Although there was no inquiry of possible wrongdoing, Jackson accused Adams and Clay of making a "corrupt bargain."

John Quincy Adams was a disappointment as president. Many of his goals created divisions, like using federal funds for internal improvements. Some states thought that accepting federal funds would force them to follow certain rules. They felt this reduced their rights as independent states. Jackson took advantage of issues like this one to gather more support. More Jackson supporters found their way to seats in Congress. He was seen as a man of the people and said Adams could never understand the common man's concerns.

John Quincy Adams ran against Andrew Jackson in the 1828 election. Personal attacks grew even more vicious, but Andrew Jackson appealed to many. He believed government was for the common man. He believed in a strict reading of the law and limited internal improvements. He also believed in states' rights.

Andrew Jackson easily won the 1828 election, winning both the popular vote and a majority of electoral votes. Historians note the sectional nature of the voting. Support for Jackson was concentrated in the South, while Adams' support was mostly in the North. Jackson was so popular because he brought changes to the government. He also wanted to make sure the government was responsible for its actions. Jackson pushed for settlement into the frontier. He supported the Indian Removal Act. He also defended the spread of slavery. Though his support was heavier in the South, he was determined to keep a unified nation. The rise and presidency of Old Hickory are memorable to Americans today.

Which of the following did Andrew Jackson not support?

A. Limited national government
B. Spreading of slavery to the frontier
C. Federal funds for internal improvements
D. A strict interpretation of the U.S. Constitution