J.Q.+Adams



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Bekah A. (computer won't let me comment) John Quincy Adams July 11, 1767 Braintree (Quincy), MA – February 23, 1848 US Capitol Building, Washington DC Party: Regional nomination of Massachusetts (no parties) Term: 1825 – 1829 Vice President: John C. Calhoun Adams’ presidency was somewhat successful when compared to his wishes to unify the country. He endorsed federally supported roads and canals, helping bring the East and West together. He tried to promote Pan-American cooperation by attending the Panama Congress, but was hindered. Adams’ tariff of Abomination in 1828 was supposed to promote domestic industry, but instead provoked Calhoun into drafting the South Carolina Exposition. It is difficult to judge John Quincy Adams’ success as President due to the fact that he did not do much or make strides in his attempt to maintain the unification of the country. Adams deserves a C-.

DeGregorio, William A., and Sandra Lee Staurt. "John Quincy Adams." The complete book of U.S. presidents. 7 ed. Fort Lee: Barricade Books, 2009. 88-103. Print.