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In 1828 Andrew Jackson beat John Quincy Adams in a landslide victory to become the seventh president of the United States.


Four years


prior, Adams defeated Jackson for the presi- dency in perhaps the most controversial decision in the history of the United States. In the election of 1824, Jackson had received more popular votes than Adams.


Jackson


however, did not receive half of the total popular votes because two other


candidates


William Crawford and Henry Clay accounted for about 25% and Adams had about 31%.


This meant the elec-


tion would go to the Electoral College. The Electoral College gives each state an amount of votes according to their popula- tion and congressional repre- sentation. Jackson received the most votes here as well, but to win here you have to receive a majority of College votes.


the Electoral Adams,


Crawford and Clay combined had more votes than Jackson. This threw the election into the House of Representatives where only three candidates would remain in the race. Here is where it gets Henry Clay


really interesting.


despised Andrew Jackson. Clay was also the Speaker of the House of Representatives that would now decide who would be the next president. Clay agreed to step aside and


give his substantial support to Adams. In what had to be a (wink, wink) upset , considering Jackson had more popular votes and Electoral College votes, it was John Quincy Adams that the House of Representatives elected to be sixth President of the United States. In return for his support, Adams appointed Clay Secretary of State. This appointment raised many eyebrows and enraged Jackson.


ing Clay Secretary


Adam’s appoint- of


State


became known as the “Corrupt Bargain.”


It was speculated


that a backroom deal was struck between the two men to get Adams the presidency. Victory in 1828 had to be


sweet revenge for Jackson in a campaign marked by mudsling- ing and downright dirty poli- tics. Adams accused Jackson of marrying his wife Rachel before


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Aries You may be yearning for a deeper connec-


tion in your love relationships this month, and this pushes you to make changes in the way that you feel you need to make with a partner, whether that means becoming more intimate somehow or parting ways because you need to be true to yourself. You may want to escape from the noise and excitement around you, just to hear yourself think. Jotting down your thoughts in a journal may help.


Taurus If you weren’t able to decide between 2


or more options in how to proceed in a complex relational situation last month, you may be strongly moved within to do so this November. What was obscured is now becoming quite clear. You can more easily fit together the pieces of the long-standing gigantic puzzle you’ve worked at for several months, and can almost finish it by the month’s end. Believe in yourself, and envision success!


Gemini You’ve been building a new kind of


confidence lately that’s given you the energy and enthusiasm to assert yourself in ways you vaguely imagined before. If you can wisely direct your new assertive- ness, look before you leap, and don’t let your wild whims and emotions get the best of you this can be a very fun and possibly romance filled month. Watch for synchronicities related to your work and profession to pop up and light your way.


Cancer


So you thought last month things were “all over the place”!? Now you’re warmed up for what November has in store….but don’t worry, you will very likely succeed in solving a major problem while juggling fireballs and chewing gum at the same time. Ok, maybe not doing that exactly – but something similar to this. How cool would it be to experience a chiropractic adjustment while danc- ing, or a great epiphany while laughing hysterically?


Leo


This month you may to want to mingle, spending time with old friends and mak- ing new ones. You’ll want to explore new and old neighborhoods, sight-seeing and uncovering treasures hidden beneath autumn leaves,


walls. Your artistic side is flourishing, and you can easily draw those with whom you


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There is serious business to attend the first half of the month, and then later you can let your hair down for a change of pace. One of the best ways to be able to enjoy your holiday season is to avoid doing premature Christmas-shopping – wait until you have organized your finances and have put aside an adequate amount that you can spend. Work but don’t strain. Let things come to you rather than pushing hard to make them happen.


Libra The first half of November highlights


your social life, drawing many people and unique opportunities to you. Your receptive mood makes it easier for people to approach you, as well as for your own personal riddles to be solved without the interference of the monkey mind. Expect the unexpected when it comes to finances, as well as relationships. What works and what doesn’t may cause you to reevaluate your belief system in a very big way.


Scorpio What happens next for you won’t be


announced publicly, but will eventually and mysteriously weave its way into the fabric of your relationships with others later this month. You may be working on a special project, dreaming of a long- lost love, or forced to withhold top- secret information when you wish you had someone to divulge your secret in. There’s a romance to your loneliness… and a true story that will become a novel.


Sagittarius


Early this month you are continuing a great round of adventures and perhaps taking someone special along with you.


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A great transformation has occurred in your life these past few weeks, so you may wish to take the time later this month to more fully integrate your new changes. Slowing down in order to switch roles might be necessary, as many will look to you for answers, and you will want to deliver them as clearly as possible.


Capricorn


This month the probable success you achieve will be by the help of friends and loved ones. In some way, you may share popularity with your significant other or with regards to some special activity that involves many other people, as you join forces. Later this month you may be faced with the need to make a final deci- sion about a relationship, but you are now ready to move forward in situations that you previously felt daunted by.


Aquarius


Life amazes you sometimes, and that’s what you love about it. There are many helpings of amazement this November, and while certain things might be amaz- ingly ridiculous this month, you’ll prob- ably dust yourself off and laugh after they happen. You’re able to gain or maintain a professional position of leadership that allows you to share both your creative and business talents. There is much work to be done, but you’ll have the energy.


Pisces


This month you may discover that you have either outgrown something signifi- cant in your life or that it has simply served its purpose and now must be released. At first this may seem sad, but you will find that your new freedom from that relationship, object, situation, or idea will bless your body, mind, and bank account. If you are sacrificing or taking care of a partner in some way, read the funnies, rest, and take care of yourself too.


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