Which faction of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party did Dallas lead?
Family Party
Amalgamator
Union
Federalist
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The Family Party, led by George M. Dallas, was a faction of the Pennsylvania Democratic Party that emerged in the early 19th century. It was characterized by its opposition to the policies of President Andrew Jackson and its support for states' rights and nullification.
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