In the years leading up to the 1832 election , it was unclear whether Jackson , frequently in poor health , would seek re-election . However , Jackson announced his intention to seek re-election in 1831 . Various individuals were considered as possible Democratic vice presidential nominees in the 1832 election , including Van Buren , Judge Philip Pendleton Barbour , Treasury Secretary McLane , Senator William Wilkins , Associate Justice John McLean , and even Calhoun . In order to agree on a national ticket , the Democrats held their first national convention in May 1832 . Van Buren emerged as Jackson 's preferred running mate after the Eaton affair , and the former Secretary of State won the vice presidential nomination on the first ballot of the 1832 Democratic National Convention
1832 Democratic National Convention
1832 Democratic National Convention
Presidency of Andrew Jackson