Part one of term paper
The Era of Good Feelings describes the presidency of James Monroe, from 1817 to 1825. During this time span, America experiences a transition from the old to the new. Great changes occurred in the areas of politics, national economic development, cultural institutions, and religion. Monroe’s politics echo the changing times, as he earnes ...

Part two of term paper
... unites people across the nation. However, concurring with each development are growing sectional attitudes, politics, and economics. These sectional feelings pose a problem, as they divide the nation. An important characertistic of the Era of Good Feelings is that while America goes through many changes she still tries to maintain a nation of unity. James Monroe aspired to achieve a government of national unity. Through his efforts he hoped to counter-act the rising feelings of sectionalism. H ...