The essential question Is Andrew Jackson's long-standing reputation as "the people's president" deserved? Why? Why not? In a way Andrew Jackson was and was not “the people's president" . First of all, Andrew Jackson’s Spoil system gave jobs to people who voted for him in the election and these jobs would be given out if he won. Even if this may seem beneficial Andrew had to get rid of 1900 officials to fulfill his claim, which begged the question is it better to support Andrew or to be good at your job? Second, Andrew Jackson pushed the Native Americans off their land to farther out west so that America could expand. Many people did not like the Natives, but just as many thought that they were peaceful people which started conflict.In addition, the native americans killed some of his family members so this probably had helped to sway Andrew’s mind. Lastly, Andrew Jackson did not support the National Bank because in his eyes it gave more power to the wealthy and further increase the wealth gap. Other politicians thought that Jackson was trying to start a war between classes, while he thought he was protecting the people. This shows from different perspectives Andrew Jackson could be seen as "the people's president" ,but for the most part he did what he wanted to do which is why I don’t believe he deserves it.
Andrew Jackson Skit
Kevin- Andrew Jackson
Squiggly- Indian Chief
Mike- narrator
Mark and Sam- Indian Bystanders
Corey- cameraman
Eric- props
Narrator: In a nation, Andrew Jackson wants to expand the United States, but the Cherokee Indians are in his path. Looks into the distance.
Andrew Jackson rides his mighty steed into the scene.
Indians are mid powwow. (http://youtu.be/ZNuNsKwG1RI)
Indian chief: Hello, Jacksana.
Andrew Jackson: What does that mean?
Indian chief: Devil.
A: Why do you refer to me as such?
I: You try to take our land, demolish our people and move us west, yet before you were loyal to us. Why do you do this?
A: We wish to expand our territory. You shall move voluntarily, or you will be subject to the laws of the United States.
I: We wish to remain on the land of our fathers. We have a perfect and original right to remain without interruption or molestation.
A: Then we will have to use force.
I: The west is a mysterious place. There are other tribes there, who speak different languages. We will not fit in. If staying means dying, then so be it.
A: That is your choice.
I: We are an independent nation, we do not have to abide by your laws.
A: Yes you do.
Andrew Jackson turns to leave, rides away on horse.
Kevin- Andrew Jackson
Squiggly- Indian Chief
Mike- narrator
Mark and Sam- Indian Bystanders
Corey- cameraman
Eric- props
Narrator: In a nation, Andrew Jackson wants to expand the United States, but the Cherokee Indians are in his path. Looks into the distance.
Andrew Jackson rides his mighty steed into the scene.
Indians are mid powwow. (http://youtu.be/ZNuNsKwG1RI)
Indian chief: Hello, Jacksana.
Andrew Jackson: What does that mean?
Indian chief: Devil.
A: Why do you refer to me as such?
I: You try to take our land, demolish our people and move us west, yet before you were loyal to us. Why do you do this?
A: We wish to expand our territory. You shall move voluntarily, or you will be subject to the laws of the United States.
I: We wish to remain on the land of our fathers. We have a perfect and original right to remain without interruption or molestation.
A: Then we will have to use force.
I: The west is a mysterious place. There are other tribes there, who speak different languages. We will not fit in. If staying means dying, then so be it.
A: That is your choice.
I: We are an independent nation, we do not have to abide by your laws.
A: Yes you do.
Andrew Jackson turns to leave, rides away on horse.
