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Panic of 1837, first president born as a U.S. citizen
Martin Van Buren was born in 1782 in Kinderhook, New York. He became a skilled lawyer and political organizer, earning the nickname "The Little Magician."
Van Buren won the presidency in 1836 as Jackson's chosen successor, but his term was immediately consumed by the Panic of 1837.
| Year | Opponent | Electoral Vote | Popular Vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1836 | William Henry Harrison and others | 170-124 | +14.2% |
“It is easier to do a job right than to explain why you didn't.”