04-23-2016, 08:51 AM
Since I'm sure the topic of Andrew Jackson and his removal from the 20 dollar note will come up, I'd like to enlighten those who may not be familiar with some of his history.
It is a somewhat long read, but worth it to understand the plight of the Cherokee (and other tribes) and why many Native Americans refuse to use a $20 bill to this day.
This the most neutral source available and I still believe it to be rather kind to Jackson.
http://www.historynet.com/indian-removal-act
Due to his actions, I have no problem with his removal from the note and would have been against using it in the first place.
It is a somewhat long read, but worth it to understand the plight of the Cherokee (and other tribes) and why many Native Americans refuse to use a $20 bill to this day.
This the most neutral source available and I still believe it to be rather kind to Jackson.
http://www.historynet.com/indian-removal-act
Due to his actions, I have no problem with his removal from the note and would have been against using it in the first place.
