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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