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How Did Andrew Jackson Influence The Economy

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Andrew Jackson was an American soldier that also served as the 7th president. Many of his decisions made our nation completely turn. His actions and personality make me think that he shouldn't be on the dollar bill. Andrew Jackson wasn't influential to our economy in any way, and shouldn't be praised by it.

Andrew Jackson is known for one of his most infamous act of forcing the Indians out. He wanted to do this because he wanted their land for gaining more money. Jackson forced the Indians out of their homes to go to the other side of the Mississippi River. He did this because he wanted their land to give to the southern states. The Indian Removal Act was signed into law by President Andrew Jackson on May 28, 1830, authorizing the president to grant unsettled lands west of the Mississippi in exchange for Indian lands within existing state borders. A few tribes went peacefully, but many resisted the relocation policy. Also, U.S. president Van Buren ordered the U.S. Army into the Cherokee Nation. The army rounded …show more content…

Jackson was very strict and straightforward. His was god because he was serious about his job. Jackson's personality and thoughts made him forced the indians out. This was good because we gained so much from it. his temper caused him to fire all of his cabinet members except one because they would not invite another cabinet member’s wife to parties because they thought that she was a bad person. Because Jackson was so passionate and strong-willed, and stood by the cabinet member’s wife, there were major changes made and this example showed people how Jackson stood by his friends and his beliefs. Jackson temper made people not want to work with him. The people wouldn't cooperate with him. Also, when he forced the indians out, it showed that jackson is heartless and he would do anything to anyone in order to get what he wants. Jackson and his temper can make big decisions according to the cabinet and

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