Tuesday, November 13, 2012

LAD #12 President Polk's War Message



To start his war message to congress President James K. Polk explains that he had recently tried to seek peace the Mexican government, and in his efforts the Mexicans rejected the offering, and then went out and attacked some nearby American Settlements. Polk went on to say that the Mexican government originally approved the American peace envoy, but when John Slidell arrived they soon rejected them.  President Polk also stated that the men who originally approved this envoy were in the ranks of General Herra's army, which now was under control of the revolutionary party, who had to desire to negotiate with America.
The revolutionary part under General Paredes felt no need to follow the example of his predecessor. Polk then explained to congress that he had troops positioned around Texas to protect the Texans and maintain their rights. Polk then addresses two more grievances to Congress; one was that Mexico was unable to stably communicate with America and failed to adhere to their treaties. He then reminds Congress that the American commerce has been hurt, even with America looking to make peaceful amends with Mexico. In the End President Polk ends his message to congress by stating that because Mexico has showed such violence against America, America must declare war on Mexico for the safety of our own citizens. 








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