Andrew Jackson Nationalism And Sectionalism

There were many thoughts and questions that were raised during Andrew Jackson’s presidency. The first few documents of the reading discuss the issues of nationalism and sectionalism specifically during Andrew Jackson’s presidency. The first document is a poem or song that like previously said, shows great amounts of nationalism in the text. In fact, the very first word is “Huzza!” The word is used to describe great approval and delight towards their president, Andrew Jackson. The song continues with lyrics that seem to gloat on Andrew Jackson’s action, because the people loved him so much. Lyrics describe how Jackson can call war without delay, and how freedom is basically their country’s top priority. These lyrics show a great deal of nationalism and it seems as if they feel this way because of Andrew Jackson’s actions. Document two is written by Vice President John C. Calhoun, and he argues that tariffs are creating sectionalism in the country. Calhoun describes are specifically unfair to the south but actually benefits the other citizens of the nation. He dislikes this concept and wishes equality for all and describes that equality is what this country is basically built upon. He brings up the Constitution as backup for his claim, and he also expresses his belief that the tariff is way too high and works against the

I am sure the citizens of the country would agree with those beliefs for the reason being that Andrew Jackson supported them. Most people during this time period enjoyed Jackson and his presidency, while others may not have agreed with some of the concepts that were put in place. Overall we see great love and affection for one’s country during Andrew Jackson’s presidency, and we also see some sectionalism beliefs as well. But once again, Andrew Jackson’s presidency seemed overall positive and change was continued to be