Question

In 1834, Philip Hone wrote in his diary that New Yorkers celebrated the victory of Jacksonian Democrats with shouts of "Down with the aristocracy!" He continued: "They have succeeded in raising this dangerous spirit . . ., and have gladly availed themselves of its support to accomplish a temporary object; but can they allay it at pleasure?" What was Hone concerned about?

Answer 1

Answer:

He feared that Jacksonian Democrats had invited mob rule and chaos to the nation.

Explanation:

At that moment, Jacksonians Democrats had a huge presence, not only in Government but among the people. It was a kind of "aristocracy" according to Philip Hone, and he was afraid of this mob and the adoration that came with them. It was not only a fear related to the huge Democrat presence but the danger that an adoration such as this can bring. Most importantly, are the Jacksonians Democrats ready to contain this mob? That was the question Philip Hone made.