Emerging Sectional Conflicts in the United States From the Years 1828-1840

Many of the emerging sectional conflicts of this time began to manifest themselves during the presidency of Andrew Jackson and in the domestic policies he had put in place. One of the most obvious conflicts was the division between the northern and southern states. This was evident in Jackson himself and in his government policies. Jackson supported the southern states and their ideas, which was obvious in his supporters, who were mainly southerners or westerners. …

…Indians to be exiled far from their homes, to the west. He also didn't mind using force if necessary to do so. Still there were many who were upset with the rough, unnecessary actions taken by the government to move them. They believed the Indians were fine where they were and should be left alone. Sadly for Jackson many of the emerging conflicts were manifested during his two terms as President of the United States.