Why was former General Andrew Jackson seen the President of the Common Man?

Andrew Jackson was the first President from the west, was not considered a member of the aristocratic upper class, and, while educated and intelligent, was not a member of the academia sector of society. The Jacksonian Democratic movement was also the consequence of the growth and energy of the nation during the 1830s and 1840s. Prosperity meant more people could consider politics. Politicians and participation in politics grew. There was an increase in education available to citizens and the right to vote was being extended, especially in the west. Jackson believed in the ability of the “common man” to participate in government. He made use of the spoils system to reward his supporters. Jacksonian Democracy believed in equal opportunity extended to white males