President Andrew Jackson is said to have responded to the Supreme Court ruling in Worcester v. Georgia with the words “[Cheif Justice] John Marshall has had his decision, not let him enforce it!” which of the following best explains the meaning of the statement?
a. The Supreme Court favored over the Cherokee people, so it’s decision was not valid.
b. The Supreme Court does not have the power to enforce its decision, so President Jackson could
ignore it.
c. According to the constitution, the president has the power to deal with Native Americans, not the Supreme Court.
d. The president is responsible for enforcing the law, including decisions, made by the Supreme Court.
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b. The Supreme Court does not have the power to enforce its decision, so President Jackson could ignore it.