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Reducing Restrictions

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AP US History

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Reducing restrictions refers to the act of decreasing limitations or barriers in a particular area, such as voting rights. During Andrew Jackson's presidency, there was a cultural shift that aimed to democratize politics by lessening the requirements for individuals to exercise their right to vote.

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