Why did the crucial election of 1844 come to be fought over expansionism, and how did polk exercise his "mandate" for expansion in his attempt to obtain california?

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Beckham Barry

25 May, 07:59

Why did the crucial election of 1844 come to be fought over expansionism, and how did polk exercise his "mandate" for expansion in his attempt to obtain california?

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The presidential of the United States of America during 1844 was the 15th presidential election of the stat from November 1 to December 4, 1844. The winning president, James K. Polk was a democrat versus Henry Clay. The controversial election sparked debates on slavery and taxes.