As United States continued to develop and grow, it needed a leader who would parallel its" outstanding achievements. This is when the country's seventh president, Andrew Jackson steps in. Jackson was born in rural South Carolina, he was the son of impoverished Irish immigrants. Jackson was a striking figure, he stunk of individualism, energy and directness. He was the first president from the West, the first to receive no college education, and the first to use an informal "Kitchen Cabinet" of advisers. During the War of 1812, Jackson took command of militia forces, his soldiers felt his strength, devotion and toughness named him "Old Hickory". Andrew Jackson was elected president in the Election of 1828, which became known as the Revolution of 1828. Jackson's" victory was viewed by many citizens as the triumph of the common man. "Jackson was the hero of the dirt farmer." Jackson's" presidency can be characterized into two categories: Politics, and Economic development.
Jackson was suspicious of the federal government, he believed in a strong presidency and he vetoed a dozen pieces of legislature. Nullification is another issue that shows how Jackson sturdily favored the states rights over that of the federal. Nullification is the belief that the Union was a voluntary joining of sovereign states and that those states had the right to invalidate, within their boundaries any unconstitutional actions of the federal government. Nullification is the most extreme position of the states" rights philosophy. Jackson with his strong support of the common men, allowed the White House to be open to the public. Citizens stormed the White House, their muddy boots trampled the fine carpeting, crystal and china were shattered and food and drink were quickly consumed. Ordinary people roamed the halls of the building looking to find government jobs. This is when Jacksons" "spoils system", comes into play.