Fact vs. Fiction in the Election of 1820

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A contrasting view of truth in American politics citing the points of view of Donald Senese, Lynn Turner, and Alice Cary. The paper is based on the fact that Monroe won the popular vote.

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"Throughout the course of American history, tall tales have been told to stir the imagination, to entertain, and to spark a sense of patriotism. Our nation's history is built on the backs of men who are perceived as being larger than life. Stories about such great legends as Johnny Apple-seed and Paul Bunion have been passed down through generations. Heroes like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Ben Franklin are symbols of the strength of our nation. Because of this notion, which renders these great leaders as nearly immortal, many become susceptible to fallacies in history. By placing these heroes on such a high pedestal, we often forget, or rather care not to remember, that they are but men. More importantly however, we often lose sight of what is true in history. A highly debated topic among historians is the election of 1820. This debate derives from the electoral vote against Monroe. Opposing views about this topic are expressed in the contrasting works of Donald Senese and Lynn W. Turner."

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