Jacksonian Democrats Viewed the "American System" as

question 76

Multiple Choice

Jacksonian Democrats viewed the "American System" as

• A)the most efficient approach to solving the nation's economic and political problems.
• B)an unconstitutional violation of local, state, and citizen rights.
• C)a means of reducing sectional tensions and calming the fears of southern slave owners.
• D)a tax-reform policy that would benefit honest citizens and impoverished politicians.
• E)socialism.

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Definitions:

Clean Water Act

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Permit System

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Dredging and Filling Activity

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Army Corps of Engineers

A federal agency under the Department of Defense responsible for public engineering, construction projects, and maintaining navigable waterways.