__________ resulted outside of party politics, when the presidential election was sent to the House of Representatives and the Speaker, Henry Clay, manipulated the vote to advance his own career.

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The Corrupt Bargain of 1824 refers to the presidential election that year, which was decided by the House of Representatives. Henry Clay, the Speaker of the House, is believed to have used his influence to secure the presidency for John Quincy Adams in exchange for being appointed Secretary of State, thus advancing his career.

__________ Resulted Outside of Party Politics, When the Presidential Election