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The Peggy O'Neil Eaton affair was significant in

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It reversed the political fortunes of several politicians
It resulted in Jackson's informal "Kitchen Cabinet" and the wide use of the Spoils System
Martin Van Buren was elected president, rather than John C. Calhoun as Jackson chose the latter as vice president over the former,turning his fortune.

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