Jacksonian Democracy and Populism · US History

The 'Kitchen Cabinet' was a term used by critics to describe:

  1. A group of Jackson's official department heads responsible for managing the nation's food supply
  2. The leaders of the temperance movement who supported Jackson
  3. A group of women reformers led by Margaret Eaton
  4. An informal group of advisors Jackson consulted instead of his official cabinet
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Correct answer: An informal group of advisors Jackson consulted instead of his official cabinet

Jackson often bypassed his official cabinet members, especially after the 'Petticoat Affair' created internal friction. He instead relied on a close-knit circle of political friends and newspaper editors for advice and strategy.

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