How Did Campaigning Methods Change in the Election Campaign of 1828

question 22

Multiple Choice

How did campaigning methods change in the election campaign of 1828?

• A) Politicians campaigned at state and local levels, using parades, barbeques, and eventually rumors and mudslinging.
• B) Politicians did most of the campaigning themselves, going door-to-door in their cities and soliciting support.
• C) Politicians hired people called "supporters"; the name is ironic because they didn't necessarily believe in the candidate but were financially supported by him.
• D) Politicians debated with opposing candidates in town squares, halls, and newspaper forums.
• E) Politicians relied predominantly on newspapers, writing essays and letters to editors that were read nationwide.

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