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The war occurred because Mexico severed connenctions with the US after they (US) aquired Texas. On May 13th, Congress overwhelmingly approved a declaration of war. They entered the war divided. Democrats favored the conflict. Many viewed it as conscienceless land grabbing.
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Women
Explanation:
Temperance movement is a form of civil movement that is oppose the widespread and increased consumption of alcoholic drinks. While there are many groups created to support the temperance movement, Women were known to be very crucial in temperance and abolitionist movements most specifically in the 1840s. This was evident with over 24 organizations created by women, in which the likes of Amelia Bloomer, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and Susan B. Anthony were prominent.