Question

What were the main features of the Democratic Revolution, and what role did Andrew Jackson play in its outcome?

Answer 1

The Democratic Revolution replaced a previous, non-democratic government, in which revolutionary chance was brought about; usually and mostly without violence. It involved revising a countries constitution to allow The People a better understanding as well as deeper/increased rights. The following are but a few of those rights; The government must hold a referendum on an issue- given a certain percentage of electorate support (via petition). Secondly, the government is bound to the holding of a vote whereas no confidence is given and a certain percentage of electorate support for a recall to an election. Lastly, the government is bound to hold to the set terms in office, meaning they cannot change their previously set term(s) depending on circumstance. 
 
  As for Andrew Jackson and his role in the Democratic Revolution- Jackson was partially responsible for the Indian removal act, nullification crisis, and Old Hickory. Andrew was known as the "first southern/ western president," and the "President for the common man". This president made pet banks, the spoils system, a species circular, and the, unfortunately, infamous; trail of tears.  Alongside the Jacksonians’ triumph; (from expanding the suffrage to restructuring federal institutions), there is another angle, Jacksonianism appears as a political impulse tied to slavery, the subjugation (conquer/ the enslavement) of Native Americans, and the celebration of white supremacy. He was a soldier, statesmen, President, and a disgusting, sick excuse for a man.