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Founding of the Maryland Democratic Party
- When
- May 21, 1827
- Where
- Atheneum
Jackson supporters organized a political structure in Maryland on May 21, 1827, to aid Jackson's presidential campaign after the 1824 election.
The meeting established the Maryland Democratic Party, with the first gathering of the Democratic (Jackson) Central Committee held at the Atheneum in Baltimore. This organization aimed to secure Jackson's victory in the upcoming election, building on the coalition formed by those who opposed the 1824 outcome.
Sources
- Maryland Democratic Party Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-22
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