Dark Horse? James Polk
Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast
02/11/23
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Eleventh President James K Polk is often touted as America's first "dark horse" candidate. Considered a man who was plucked from relative obscurity to command the republic, Polk's administration not only oversaw one of the last pushes for territorial expansion for the United States, but also fulfilled his campaign promises by accomplishing his stated priorities all in a single term.
Tune in as I dive into the presidential administration of James Polk. Was he really a dark horse? And what does his presidency say about the nation at the time?
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