What events led to the gradual development of two competing political parties in America in the late 1820s and 1830s? Briefly discuss some of the changes which made the political process more “democratic” in this period. Why did these changes occur? Who do you think were the chief beneficiaries of these changes? How did increasing participation in politics and public issues eventually affect the direction of the nation?

What events led to the gradual development of two competing political parties in America in the late 1820s and 1830s? Briefly discuss some of the changes which made the political process more “democratic” in this period. Why did these changes occur? Who do you think were the chief beneficiaries of these changes? How did increasing participation in politics and public issues eventually affect the direction of the nation?