Our 8th President, Martin Van Burenj1837-1841 6/11/23 Eau Clr, Wisc

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Martin Van Buren was the eighth president of the United States and the founder of the Democratic Party1. Some of his achievements
Organizing the Democratic Party in the mid-1820s, before the election of Andrew Jackson to power. NOT THE DEMONCRAP party of today, that's for sure.
Continuing with Jackson's policy of moving American Indians to new lands in the west.
Refusing to allow Texas to become a state.
Pushing for peace with Great Britain settling a dispute over the border between Maine and Canada.
Setting up a system of bonds to help pay for the national debt. June 11th, 2023 Eau Claire, Wisconsin

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