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In 1832, Andrew Jackson stated that economic equality was his reasoning behind the veto for the recharter of the United States National Bank. This ve

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In conclusion, as shown in Harriet Martineau’s account of the United Sates when she visited from Britain (Doc. The ramification of Jackson’s wants for economic equality was jealousy amongst classes, causing class animosity. This shows how Jackson expanded his powers of presidency beyond the ones that were intended for him according to the Constitution. Although much of Jackson’s veto statement was accurate, he failed to mention all the commendable aspects of the bank.

Furthermore, Andrew Jackson and the Jacksonian Democrats claimed to be advocates of individual rights. However, the Jacksonian Democrats and their leader, Andrew Jackson, were neither genuine supporters of the Constitution, nor honest believers of economic equality and individual rights

. He also issued a proclamation that prohibited South Carolina from being able to nullify federal tariffs. However, Jackson used his power as president to demolish the bank. The Acts and Resolutions of South Carolina (Doc. B), Jackson claimed that by vetoing the bill to recharter the bank, he was looking after the economic equality of all United States citizens. Thus, according to Jackson, the bank was not allowing for economic equality. This monopoly would favor the wealthy citizens and be detrimental to the poorer citizens.

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