Andrew Jackson Pros and Cons List

Given the former US president's effect on democracy and treatment of Native Americans, this Andrew Jackson pros and cons list is open to debate. A discussion of Andrew Jackson's pros and cons begins with some background information. Jackson was born in the Waxhaws region of North and South Carolina on March 15, 1767. Jackson received a gold medal and was named a national hero during the War of 1812. He then decided to pursue a political career. In 1824, Jackson ran for President of the United States and won the popular vote. However, because neither candidate received most of the electoral votes, the House of Representatives elected John Quincy Adams to the presidency.