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the Southern States were in favor for annexing Texas because it was depicted as a Pro-slavery state with vast opportunities for cultivation.

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What did the Southern states favor in terms of a political candidate?

Southern states typically favored candidates who supported states' rights, limited federal power, and the preservation of slavery. They often leaned towards candidates who championed agricultural interests and traditional Southern values.


What were the political effects of the Texas Revolution?

The Texas Revolution was the war for independence from Mexico; it began in 1835. The colonists first created the Republic of Texas, and eventually, in 1845, the United States annexed Texas as a state. Prior to the annexation, a growing number of American pioneers had settled in the territory, soon outnumbering the Mexican residents. The American settlers were in favor of the annexation, while the Mexican residents of Texas were not. In addition to Texas becoming a part of the United States, another effect was that the Mexican government was very upset to lose what it believed to be Mexican territory; in 1846, a war between the United States and Mexico broke out. The Mexican-American War went on for two years before the U.S. triumphed and a treaty was signed between the two countries.


Define swing states?

Swing states are states where the level of support for the competing political parties is close, making them crucial in determining the outcome of an election. These states often have a history of voting for different parties in past elections, and their electoral votes can swing the overall outcome in favor of one party or another.


What powers does Congress lack under the United States Constitution?

Congress lacks the power to suspend the writ of habeas corpus, pass bills of attainder or ex post facto laws, grant titles of nobility, or favor one state over another in trade.


What is the reason in favor of annexation of the Philippines?

One reason in favor of the annexation of the Philippines was the belief that it would provide economic and strategic benefits for the United States, allowing for increased trade opportunities and a foothold in the Pacific region. Additionally, proponents argued that annexation would bring American ideals and culture to the Philippines, fostering modernization and progress in the region.

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Was James K. Polk really in for annexing Texas?

Polk campaigned in favor of annexing Texas; his opponent Clay came out against it. Texas was annexed after Polk was elected but before he took office.


Who was in favor of annexing Texas to the US?

The Democratic Party and most of people of the South.


Why did northerners and southerners disagree about annexing Texas?

Because, Texas had a debt toward the US so when they joined they wouldn't have that debt anymore. Also, Northerners objected because annexing Texas means that another slave state would be added, thus upsetting the balance of slave and free states. Southerners favored the annexations because it was in their favor.


Which states were in favor of slavery in the Civil War?

the southern states


What was the argument of those who were in favor of annexing Hawaii into the US?

the sugar planters


When did the southern states sucede?

Seven Southern Confederate states seceded from the Union in 1860. The other four Southern states did likewise in 1861. These states were in favor of slavery, and believed Abraham Lincoln would try to bring an end to slavery, which he eventually did.


What did the Southern states favor in terms of a political candidate?

Southern states typically favored candidates who supported states' rights, limited federal power, and the preservation of slavery. They often leaned towards candidates who championed agricultural interests and traditional Southern values.


How would you contrast the Northern and Southern positions on the annexation of Texas?

Southerners sought to extend slavery, already established in Texas. Northerners feared that annexation of more slave territory would tip the uneasy balance in the Senate in favor of slave states-and prompt war with Mexico.


What was the result when Texans voted on secession in 1861?

When Texans voted on secession in 1861, the result was overwhelmingly in favor of leaving the Union. Approximately 98% of voters supported the measure, leading Texas to officially secede from the United States on February 1, 1861. This decision was part of a broader movement among Southern states to break away and form the Confederate States of America.


What was the northern states viewpoint on counting slaves for the purpose of representation in Congress?

Northern states opposed it, Southern States were in favor. Finally they compromised, and agreed that 5 slaves would be counted as 3 citizens.


Did James K. Polk favor annexation?

Yes, he did favor the annexation of texas.


Many northerners were opposed to granting statehood to Texas because?

Many Northerners opposed granting statehood to Texas primarily due to concerns about the expansion of slavery. Texas was a slave state, and its admission would tip the balance of power in Congress in favor of pro-slavery interests. Additionally, there were fears that annexing Texas could lead to further territorial expansion and conflicts with Mexico. This opposition was part of the broader sectional tensions that eventually contributed to the Civil War.