Manifest Destiny
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Pros
God wants us to expand.
More land for America.
There could be gold.
You could start a brand new life.
More farmland (possibly for cotton).
Many Adventures.
Freedom from sea to shining sea.
Cons
Taking land from the Indians.
Cause trouble with Mexican and Indian removal.
God wouldn't want us to expand if we have to kill people for the land.
Excuse for Southerners to spread slavery.
It's unconstitutional!