He was not universally popular - he had a following and his following won him the election but he was not universally popular. He was very well liked by his following - the common man celebrated Andrew Jackson as Jackson's background was their background. read more
Jackson was not a populist but he was a man of the people. He lead troops into victory during the war of 1812 and he climbed his way up the socioeconomic ladder. He wasn't exactly self made in the way we think today. read more
Andrew Jackson (1767-1845) – Military commander, politician and seventh president of the United States, Jackson was a polarizing figure who dominated American politics in the 1820’s and 1830’s. More than any of his predecessors, Andrew Jackson was elected by popular vote and as president, he sought to act as the direct representative of the common man. read more