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Jefferson claimed in his 1801 inaugural address that the election was "being now decided by the voice of the nation, announced according to the rules of the Constitution." What is the significance of this statement?

A It suggests that his election to the presidency was fair and lawful.

B It notes that the voices of the people were drowned out during the election

C It argues that the Constitution needs to change its rules regarding elections

D It argues that the House of Representatives should decide every election​

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michell96

Jefferson in his inaugural address of 1801 suggests that his election to the presidency was fair and legal.

Thomas Jefferson (1743-1826) was the third president of the United States of America from the year 1801 and 1809 after winning the elections of 1800. He is one of the founding fathers of the nation because he contributed extensively to the writing of the declaration of independence of the United States.

During his inauguration speech, he alluded to his election, stating that it was the result of the will of the public who freely chose him according to the norms established in the constitution.

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anthougo

President Thomas Jefferson's claim in his inaugural address that the election was decided by the voice of the nation according to the Constitution signifies that A It suggests that his election to the presidency was fair and lawful.

It was the 1800 election that wrestled power from the Federalist Party for the first time.  There was much controversy surrounding the election.

His statement does not suggest that:

  • The election drowned the voices of the people
  • The electoral rules needed to change
  • The House of Representatives should decide every election.

Thus, the significance of his statement was about the fairness of his election according to the Constitution.

Learn more: Jefferson's inaugural address at brainly.com

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