In terms of studying that attitude and mentality, it would be helpful to study the journals of someone moving Westward during that time period (mid to late 19th century).
They agreed that natural resources needed to be conserved for the future.
Many Americans feel that the result of the 1824 election was fraudulent because no one received a majority of votes, the house of representatives chose a new president from among three candidates; Henry clay was not allowed on the ballot.