The Concept of Jacksonian Democracy

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Focusing on New York during the Jacksonian period, the book challenges the conventional understanding of Jacksonian Democracy by analyzing the state's voting cycles, party composition, and social, ethnic, and religious dynamics. Lee Benson argues that the established concept of Jacksonian Democracy does not accurately reflect the historical realities of New York, offering a nuanced perspective that diverges from the broader narrative of American history.