The document outlines key points about Module 2 including: 1) The U.S. and Mexico went to war over Texas and as a result the U.S. gained large amounts of land including present-day California and Texas, allowing expansion. 2) Universal male suffrage was established, allowing all white men to vote. 3) Andrew Jackson implemented the spoils system and was more relatable to common men than previous wealthy presidents.

1. Few items to review for Module 2

2. Benefits for the U.S. from Mexican – American WarThe U.S. and Mexico went to war over Texas because of Manifest DestinyAs a result the U.S. gained a large amount of land (present day California and Texas)This allowed the U.S. to expand and grow

3. Universal Male Suffrage – All white men can voteCommon ManJacksonian DemocracySpoil system- replace high ranking officials with friends in government jobsWas not a rich man like previous presidents and people could relate to him

4. Kill the National bank..Withdrawing money from any bank will force it to close. That is what Jackson wanted to do to the National Bank because he thought it gave the government too much power. So he put all the money into state owned banks (a.k.a. Pet banks)