Chapter 12 Reform and Politics: 1824-1845. I.Introduction The enormous transformation of the United States after the War of 1812 and the religious revival.
Chapter 12: Reform and Politics, 1824–1845. I. Introduction The enormous transformation of the United States after the War of 1812 and the religious revival.
A Two-Party Stalemate Close elections Little difference between parties on major issues: tariffs, currency, civil service reform The cultural, ideological.
A Two-Party Stalemate Two-Party “Balance” Close elections Frequent turnovers in House “Divided Government” –P & at least one house of Congress are different.
Gilded Age Politics