George Washington was the first president of the United States, and because of this he played a significant role in influencing the role of politics and implementation of the Constitution. His achievements carved the way and set guidelines for the future presidents to be. Andrew Jackson was the seventh president, and he is famously referred to as the people’s resident. Abraham Lincoln is one of the greatest presidents to have ever served the country. Lincoln arguably achieved more than any other president in his era. The purpose of the paper is to show the contributions of Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Jackson and George Washington on aspects such as proper use of vetoes and spoil system highlighting their political personalities.
George Washington was responsible for ensuring that the executive branch of the government had power by giving it flesh and blood in his years of presidency. According to him, the implementation of the constitution was made possible by the presence of functioning institutions. In his presidency, he showed how the executive branch could be powerful and also for the best interest of the people. He also often sought for advice from Congress. Washington wanted to ensure checks and balances as he knew that he was setting precedents. The task of shaping the Presidency was as difficult as one would expect it to be. At the time of the development of this executive power there had been no other like it. There were two general issues at hand in molding the
Andrew Jackson acted more as King Andrew who incited mob rule rather than the man of the people which he claimed to be. Andrew Jackson disagreed with different government systems, moved his friends and allies into the cabinet, and closed the national bank which proved that Andrew Jackson knew how he wanted to change the course of America and took less interest in pubic opinion. Andrew Jackson acted as more of a king than a president.
In the Federalist Papers, Federalist No. 69 was written by Alexander Hamilton outlining the powers that the United States? president should have. The paper compares the powers of the United States? president with the powers of the King of Great Britain (Maggs, 2007). Although the two share some similarities, the powers conferred to the President are inferior to those of the King of Great Britain. This paper will analyze the Federalist Paper No. 69 and the Anti-federalist Paper 69.
At the beginning of this time period, in 1820, the United States government was trying to figure out its identity. Both the Senate and House of Representatives were trying to regulate the executive office. John Quincy Adams addressed this issue in a personal diary while serving as Secretary of State to James Monroe, stating “One of the most remarkable features of what I am witnessing every day is the perpetual struggle in both the House of Congress to control the Executive ー to make it dependent upon the subservient to them” (Doc 1). Following the Panic
Despite the disparity in the popularity ratings between the two presidents, John Adams and Abraham Lincoln are both indispensable figures in American history. In times of crisis, both of these men made big, consequential decisions to keep the country from falling apart. However, while Lincoln is commemorated for abolishing slavery and leading the Union in the Civil War, John Adams is remembered for the mistakes of his presidency—the Alien and Sedition Acts he issued that took away certain constitutional rights endowed to the American people. Both presidents thought they were doing what was necessary at the time to keep the United States from falling apart, but the contrasting approaches they used left opposite impressions. This can be contributed to the fact that almost all aspects of their lives, personal and professional, were opposite. So, while both presidents essentially did the same thing in saving America from falling apart, their reputations are so different now because of the way their lives and situations influenced the decisions they made.
James Madison and Andrew Jackson are some of America’s greatest presidents. They both did great things including being one of the Founding Fathers and being the most famous and well-known war hero of their time. James Madison and Andrew Jackson have many similarities and differences. For example, both of them served time in the military and they also both agreed with the removal of Native Americans. One of their major differences is that James Madison was born into a rich plantation owning family while Andrew Jackson was born into poverty. Through the information in this essay, you will see they also had alike and different ideas and personalities.
In the course of the history of the United States of America, many great men have made their mark. The list of these men becomes ever shorter as the scope is narrowed to those who served as president. Two men in contention for such recognition are presidents Thomas Jefferson and Andrew Jackson. Whether or not they are considered great is subjective, but there is a convincing amount of evidence that might sway one’s opinion. Based on their policies, actions, and outcomes as president, neither Jefferson nor Jackson can be considered great presidents.
How did Presidnet George Washington exercise his presidential power? Did he use it to advance partisan interests? Did he use it to pressure the legistlature? Did he attept to follow the constitutionally defined power closely or did he seek to expland that power beyond its intended limits? What was his view of setting precedents for his successors? (pg 154)
George Washington defined the Executive Branch for future presidents not only by deciding to retire after serving two terms, but also by showing the "delicate balance between making the presidency powerful enough to function effectively...,while also avoiding...establishing
The presidential election demonstrated that Washington was unanimously voted on, which was no surprise to Americans back then. In the public’s eye, Washington was an honorable and respectable man, who would never be involved in any wrongful acts. Whether people opposed or stood unresponsive towards the U.S Constitution, when Washington was involved it would cause some interest for Americans. To many people George Washington’s involvement would encourage them to test out this new type of government, represented by the
The presidents have always played a crucial role in American politics and are known for their roles in unifying the nation. They are glorified for their charisma and ability to lead, but even these brilliant men make economic, political, and social blunders. Andrew Jackson, who was in office from 1829-1837, was a president of many firsts as he was the first frontier president, first to have a “kitchen cabinet”, and first to use a pocket veto. Jackson was later succeeded by his vice president, Martin Van Buren. Van Buren, who was in office from 1837-1841, was known for his shrewd political skills. Both these men laid down the foundations for a stronger, more centralized national government with methods that garnered mixed responses.
In America’s pre-revolutionary days, the American people were oppressed by King George III and his unfair policies. After winning independence from Great Britain, America’s leaders decided that a weak central government provided by the Articles of Confederation would solve their former issues with tyrannical powers. However, the Articles failed after only a few years and the new country was in need of a strong central government and a leader, which the Constitution provided. The framers of the Constitution created an executive branch because America was in need for a leader due to the failure of the Articles of Confederation to provide a strong central government. The three branches of government were created in order to evenly distribute power to avoid tyrannical rule. The president was given the power to issue executive orders, however, the president’s powers was limited by a series of check and balances made by Congress and the judicial branch to avoid to rise of a tyrannical leader like King George III.
Throughout George Washington's term as president he was faced with many difficult decisions such as choosing a strong federal government or a weaker version which led most of the responsibilities to the people. He was often faced with these two proposals since The first secretary of state Alexander Hamilton believed in a strong national government, while the secretary of state Thomas Jefferson believed in a lesser centralized government. These opposite point of views will shape America and form the economy we have today. Alexander Hamilton took most of his influence from Britain and only wanted to better shape America just how Britain was prospering due to the country manufacturing and selling goods.
Who was Henry Clay? He was 19th century politician who served under the presidency of John Quincy Adams. But in his early years he was a frontier lawyer before he became one of the senators of Kentucky and the speaker of the house. He later returned to congress and was one of the first to push for the compromise of 1850, about race and slavery. He soon died on June 29, 1852.
George Washington, John Adams, and Thomas Jefferson. Not only is this a list of US Presidents but it is also a list of three of the most well-known Founding Fathers. Yes, they have their reasons to be because each one of them have numerous achievements and have accomplished many things that others have not. But one Founding Father often over looked, and not just because he stands five feet four inches tall, is James Madison. With all due respect, James Madison has accomplishments that stand just as well against the test of time. James Madison to me is one of the most important Founding Fathers. Please allow me to explain why I chose Mr. James Madison, the background and upbringing of him, some of his most notable contributions to the Unites States and why those contributions are still important today.
The Presidency is examined and criticized for various inadequacies and dangers that are highly representative of the Federalists desire for a stronger national government and the fears of the Anti-Federalists. The Constitution provides a limited description for executive powers of