They were both by their government army
It was the issue of state's rights that most directly contributed to the advent of a two party system in the 19th century, with the Democrats generally in favor of Southern state's rights and the Whigs in favor or more national unity. This of course was related to economic issues in the sense that the Democrats were defending slavery.
After the War of 1812, Americans A "gained a renewed sense of pride in their country." There were no territorial gains in the war, however it solidified Americas ability to hold off the British, and therefore increased national pride.
To force a bill out of the committee, a discharge petition must be signed by a majority of the representatives.
