Election of James Monroe

Definition

The Election of James Monroe took place in 1816 when James Monroe was elected as fifth President Of United States. He was a Democratic-Republican and his presidency is often called the "Era of Good Feelings".

Analogy

Think of James Monroe's election like being voted class president because everyone thinks you're fair and will do a good job. That's why his time in office is known as the "Era of Good Feelings" - it was a period of political unity.

Related terms

Democratic-Republican Party: The political party that James Monroe belonged to, which believed in agrarianism, strict interpretation of Constitution, and state rights.

Monroe Doctrine: A policy declared by President Monroe stating that any European intervention in Americas would be seen as act of aggression.

"Era Of Good Feelings": Period during Monroe’s presidency when there was only one major political party and little partisan conflict.