The eventual election of Andrew Jackson indicated a shift towards populism and the expansion of democracy in U.S politics. Jackson portrayed himself as a champion of the common people, and his election in 1828 marked a departure from the political elite and the rise of a more inclusive political system. Additionally, Jackson's presidency was also characterized by the expansion of executive power and the weakening of the centralized government, further reflecting a shift towards a more democratic and populist approach to governance.
