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What does Jackson fear might happen if states are allowed to nullify federal laws? Provide a quote from the Jackson excerpt to support your answer.

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Answer:

Andrew Jackson declared that states did not have the right of nullification and asked Congress for authority to collect the tariff by force if necessary. Congress responded with the Force Bill. The law allowed the president to relocate customs houses and to require that customs duties be paid in cash.

Explanation:

Calhoun's pamphlet sparked a national debate over the doctrine of nullification and its constitutionality. ... Jackson supported states' rights but viewed nullification as a prelude to secession, and he vehemently opposed any measure that could potentially break up the Union.

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