John Quincy Adams And Expansionism
How did John Quincy Adams's perspective on expansionism differ from that of most contemporary expansionists?
A
Adams envisioned expanding United States territory across the entire continent, whereas most expansionists focused only on occupying lands devoid of European settlers.
B
Adams believed that a democratic system must be implemented wherever the United States expanded, a view not shared by most expansionists.
C
Adams advocated for expansion through economic means, whereas most expansionists favored a continuous display of United States military force.
D
Adams opposed expansionism entirely, making him a primary target of expansionists who viewed him as a weak federal official.