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How did the concept of Manifest Destiny influence American foreign and domestic policy during James K. Polk's presidency? (1 point)
O Justified territorial expansion through Mexico and Oregon
O Promoted peaceful negotiations with European powers
O Discouraged settlement of new western lands
O Reduced military spending in western territories
O Justified territorial expansion through Mexico and Oregon
O Promoted peaceful negotiations with European powers
O Discouraged settlement of new western lands
O Reduced military spending in western territories
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Justified territorial expansion through Mexico and Oregon — Manifest Destiny was used to justify annexation, the Oregon settlement push, and the Mexican-American War to gain western territory.