In 1828, Congress pass the tarriff of 1828. This new law outraged Americans in the and nicknames it the tarriff abominations
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. The tarriff of 1828 was designed to protect American industries by increasing taxes on imported goods. It was especially hard on the Southern states, which relied heavily on foreign markets for their cotton exports. The high tariffs increased the price of goods in the South, making it more difficult for farmers to make a living. This led to widespread protests and a growing sense of discontent with the federal government. The tarriff abominations became a rallying cry for those who wanted to see a change in the way the government treated the South. In 1832, Congress passed a new tariff law that lowered some of the taxes, but the damage had already been done. The tarriff of 1828 remained a symbol of government overreach and a source of resentment for many years to come.