LAD #11

This is a summary of Polk's message to the House of Representatives and to the Senate. He begins by dictating his issues that are causing alarm. While he has tried to maintain peaceful relations, it is proving quite difficult. Most of the issues with Mexico revolved around territorial disputes. With our borders touching, there would clearly be some issues. Nations so close in proximity are bound to run into conflict in the future. After many failed attempts at diplomacy, Polk decided that a confrontation was inevitable. And in truth this affair was hurting the United States, whether through commerce or expansion wise. Therefore with no other choice in site, drastic measures may be necessary.