Final answer:
The correct answer is option 2. jackson.
Step-by-step explanation:
The Whig Party emerged as a political force in opposition to President Andrew Jackson, who was dubbed by his critics as "King Andrew the First." Beginning around the censure of Jackson by the Senate, under the leadership of Henry Clay, in 1834, the Whig Party united around the defense of liberty against what it saw as the tyrannical use of power by Jackson.
They took their name from British politicians who had defended liberties against monarchical power and were influential in the American Revolution. The Whigs focused on economic and judicial nationalism, favoring federal support for tariffs and internal improvements such as roads and canals.
During the election of 1836, the Whigs implemented a strategy of running multiple candidates with strong regional bases to counteract the popularity of the Democratic nominee, Martin Van Buren. William Henry Harrison of Ohio, known for his military record, eventually emerged as a leading candidate for the party. However, the broader economic issues and the charismatic appeal of Jackson continued to shape the electorate's decisions, often overshadowing the Whig's policy-focused platform.