The California Gold Rush sparked a movement west, which only further ignited manifest destiny. People saw the opportunity to stake a claim of their own and truly pursue the "American Dream" out west. This new discovery and the abundance of wealth to be had further solidified support of Polk's decision to move westward.
well buddy i don't know what you are talking bout but it depends on what crime he commited like if he did a really bad one then yes its fair but if it wasn't that bad then its not fair.