What set Andrew Jackson’s presidency apart from previous administrations?

Jackson took a more active, forceful role in shaping national policy than earlier presidents, often using presidential power to pursue his agenda rather than waiting for Congress to act. Therefore, the best answer is C: he assumed command of the policy-making process. The other choices describe him as deferring to Congress or accomplishing little, which does not fit his approach.

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