The American Presidential Election of 1808

The video covers the sixth presidential election in American history, held in 1808. Thomas Jefferson chose not to seek a third term, leading to James Madison's nomination by the Democratic Republicans. Despite the Federalists nominating Charles Pinckney and Rufus King, Madison won decisively. The video details the nomination process, election results, and the unique situation of George Clinton being re-elected as vice president while also receiving electoral votes for president.

Why did Thomas Jefferson decide not to run for a third term in the 1808 election?

• He was unpopular due to the Embargo Act of 1807.

• He wanted to focus on his personal life.

• He was pressured by his political party.

• He was in poor health.

Who was the Democratic Republican nominee for president in the 1808 election?

• John Quincy Adams

• James Madison

• George Clinton

• James Monroe

Which candidates did the Federalist Caucus nominate for the 1808 election?

• James Monroe and George Clinton

• Charles Cotesworth Pinckney and Rufus King

• John Quincy Adams and Henry Dearborn

• Thomas Jefferson and James Madison

What was unusual about George Clinton's role in the 1808 election?

• He refused to participate in the election.

• He was not nominated by any party.

• He was elected president but declined the position.

• He ran for both president and vice president.

What percentage of the popular vote did James Madison receive in the 1808 election?

• 32.4%

• 64.7%

• 47.2%

• 50.1%