Polk was a massive supporter for Manifest Destiny, so an encouragement for expansion was something he definitely wanted. Not to mention the conflict over Texas with Mexico. Even more so, the conquest of California was a dream for many Americans, something that was theirs to be taken and that would lead the U.S to expand into the Pacific, and Polk was a big supporter.
Britain's imperialist practices were often only great for Britain, not for the colonies, which was seen in the US, India, China, and many many other colonies which were on the verge of disaster because of imperialist ruling.
Mary Elizabeth Lease and William Jennings Bryan were passionate speakers around the United States severe recession of the 1890s.
They both spoke passionately on behalf of farmers and the less powerful.
Among other speeches' similarities we can name:
- Taking a Stand for Farmers’ Rights
- Standing up against government's corruption at the time, and against the misuse of the public treasury.
- Their passionate speeches were populists and used to highlight the Income Inequality.
Answer: Washington’s Farewell address
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In early 1796, President George Washington decided not to seek reelection for a third term and began drafting this farewell address to the American people. The address went through numerous drafts, in large part due to suggestions made by Alexander Hamilton.
In the 32-page handwritten address, Washington urged Americans to avoid excessive political party spirit and geographical distinctions. In foreign affairs, he warned against long-term alliances with other nations.
The address was printed in Philadelphia’s American Daily Advertiser on September 19, 1796. Washington’s final manuscript is at The New York Public Library.
He managed to keep those stories out of the newspapers.
