AP US History in 1 Minute Daily: Election of 1824 (Day 98/309)

Welcome to today’s explanation of the Election of 1824 in my series- APUSH in 1 Minute Daily!

1824 Candidates, Wikimedia Commons

The end of the Era of Good Feelings was clearly demonstrated in the election of 1824 as it was the last Presidential election with all candidates being from the Democratic Republican Party.

Tally of the 1824 Electoral Vote, National Archives

While Jackson won the most electoral and popular votes, he did not secure enough to win the presidency. Thus, the decision went to the House of Representatives.

1824 Election Results, 270 to Win

After many of Clay’s supporters shifted their endorsement to Adams, Adams was certified as the next President of the United States. Then, Adams selected Clay to be the next Secretary of State. 

“Symptoms of a locked jaw. Plain sewing done here.” (Clay sews Jackson’s mouth shut), Bill of Rights Institute 

Furious, Jackson accused Clay and Adams of a “corrupt bargain” and claimed the election had been stolen from him. He used this as a major part of his campaign strategy in the next election.

In the controversial election of 1824, John Quincy Adams won the presidency despite Andrew Jackson having won the most electoral and popular votes. Members of the House of Representatives selected Adams as the victor after Clay’s supporters shifted their endorsements.

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