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Question 66 • Career Explorations A

Andrew Jackson showed his support for states’ rights by

Answer
A
winning the election to become president.
B
defeating the British in the War of 1812.
C
insisting that the Cherokee remain in Georgia.
D
refusing to enforce the Worcester v. Georgia decision.

Explanation

In Worcester v. Georgia (1832), the Supreme Court ruled that Georgia could not impose its laws on Cherokee territory. Jackson refused to enforce the decision, allowing Georgia’s actions against the Cherokee to continue. This showed support for states’ rights by siding with Georgia’s authority over federal enforcement.

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