1836, Van Buren vs. the Whigs: Sin on the Ballot
American Elections: Wicked Game
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A Rift Deepens: Tensions at Van Buren's Dinner Party
Vice President Calhoun dines with Van Buren, but tensions arise as he deliberately places Mrs. Grundy between them, signaling his rift with Jackson and Van Buren over tariffs and the nullification crisis. Calhoun attempts to take control of the Democratic Party and weaponizes the issue of slavery.
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