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The sentiment among most Northern politicians was that the Mexican War
A.
was unnecessary.
B.
was unavoidable.
C.
strengthened the nation economically.
D.
strengthened the nation politically.

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A. was unnecessary.

Most Northern politicians (especially Whigs and anti-slavery Northerners) criticized the Mexican–American War as an unjust, unnecessary war of aggression largely intended to extend slavery.