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More nearly than any of his predecessors, Andrew Jackson was elected by popular vote; as President he sought to act as the direct representative of the common man.
- Lauren Curran on 03 Mar 14
  
  Who suggested Andrew Jackson to run for president?
  
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by 1828 enough had joined "Old Hickory" to win numerous state elections and control of the Federal administration in Washington.
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  When did his first come up with the idea of "Old Hickory"?
  
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Henry Clay, Daniel Webster, and other Whig leaders proclaimed themselves defenders of popular liberties against the usurpation of Jackson
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Jackson met head-on the challenge of John C. Calhoun, leader of forces trying to rid themselves of a high protective tariff.
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Clay and Webster, who had acted as attorneys for the Bank, led the fight for its recharter in Congress
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