By this aggressive policy the Democratic party called forth the enthusiasm of the people, both North and South, in favor of territorial acquisition,--always popular with men of Anglo-Saxon blood, and appealing in an especial manner to the young, the brave, and the adventurous, in all sections of the country.
Blaine discusses the appeal of territorial expansion to the American public during the 19th century.
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Under such circumstances, to send a military force into any State, with orders to act against the people, would be simply making war upon them.
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