Mirabeau B. Lamar
Northeast
The Northeast was the region most opposed to the annexation of Texas in the mid-19th century. Many in the Northeast saw the annexation of Texas as a move that would expand slavery and upset the balance between free and slave states. They were concerned about the potential expansion of slavery and the implications it would have for their own state economies and political power.
yes they felt people moving west was bad for buisness.
Yes, they opposed the expansion of slavery.
James K. Polk, a democrat, was elected. Polk annexation of Texas. His victory showed that most voters favored Texas annexation.
Most Texans liked the idea
most Texans liked the idea
Anson Jones believed that President James K. Polk was the most important person in the annexation of Texas. Jones recognized Polk's strong support for the annexation process and his commitment to expanding U.S. territory. Polk's administration played a crucial role in facilitating the political and diplomatic efforts that ultimately led to Texas joining the United States.
Most Texans liked the idea. Answer this question…
inactivity during a depression and many more
Most of the leaders of early texas joined the Democratic party. The Democratic party was very strong in the south, and Democrats had favored texas annexation.
The question of the annexation of Texas was no doubt the issue that most influenced the election outcome of 1844.