Samuel Tilden's Influence On America
Samuel J. Tilden, a prominent Democratic leader in the mid-1800’s, sought the truth wisely and systematically which lead him to become a successful lawyer and politician. His ability to placate opposition while aspiring for reform earned him well-deserved respect. This led to support for Tilden’s installation into positions of power. Over the course of his life, Tilden drastically influenced America.
Born in 1814, Tilden was immediately encompassed in life of politics in New Lebanon, New York due to his father’s involvement in local affairs. Guests such as Martin Van Buren, Silas Wright, and other politicians were occasionally present in Tilden’s home. Tilden was undoubtedly motivated to be involved in current events and proceeded to study law at New York University. Tilden began practicing law in 1841, marking his transition into a position of influence that would build his reputation.
Tilden had a knack for success that propelled him towards a more active role in politics. In the 1840’s Tilden served the State of New York as New York City’s Corporation Counsel, a State Assembly member, and a State Constitutional Convention member. In 1848 Tilden became a delegate of the National Democratic …show more content…
While Tilden won the popular vote by 250,000, the Republican candidate Rutherford Hayes won the majority vote from the electoral college. The conflict stemmed from the Republican and Democratic parties competing for dominance in Florida, Louisiana, and South Carolina. Therefore, the electoral college had sent contradictory results and increased the rising tensions within the nation. However, true to his character Tilden came to a peaceful agreement, giving Hayes the presidency and Democrats control of the south. This Compromise of 1877 was designed to avoid conflict within the nation, but it ended the Reconstruction Era, consequentially preserving racism within the
Born in 1814, Tilden was immediately encompassed in life of politics in New Lebanon, New York due to his father’s involvement in local affairs. Guests such as Martin Van Buren, Silas Wright, and other politicians were occasionally present in Tilden’s home. Tilden was undoubtedly motivated to be involved in current events and proceeded to study law at New York University. Tilden began practicing law in 1841, marking his transition into a position of influence that would build his reputation.
Tilden had a knack for success that propelled him towards a more active role in politics. In the 1840’s Tilden served the State of New York as New York City’s Corporation Counsel, a State Assembly member, and a State Constitutional Convention member. In 1848 Tilden became a delegate of the National Democratic …show more content…
While Tilden won the popular vote by 250,000, the Republican candidate Rutherford Hayes won the majority vote from the electoral college. The conflict stemmed from the Republican and Democratic parties competing for dominance in Florida, Louisiana, and South Carolina. Therefore, the electoral college had sent contradictory results and increased the rising tensions within the nation. However, true to his character Tilden came to a peaceful agreement, giving Hayes the presidency and Democrats control of the south. This Compromise of 1877 was designed to avoid conflict within the nation, but it ended the Reconstruction Era, consequentially preserving racism within the