James K. Polk

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James K. Polk

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. President
Date of Birth November 2, 1795
Date of Death June 15, 1849 (Age: 53)
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Personal Background

James K. Polk graduated with honors from a prestigious university and was admitted to the bar shortly thereafter. He gained early political experience as a clerk for the state senate. Polk transitioned from state-level governance to national leadership, serving as President of the United States. During his tenure, he focused on territorial expansion and economic policy, achieving significant gains through strategic military and diplomatic actions.

Political Ideas

James K. Polk's political identity is marked by a strategic focus on territorial expansion, which he saw as pivotal to economic growth. His approach to foreign policy and slavery reveals a complex tension, as he prioritized national growth while upholding Southern rights, including the expansion of slavery. Polk's rhetorical style often framed economic and territorial expansion as the nation's moral imperative, sidelining the contentious issue of slavery. This calculated approach to regional and national interests showcases a unique blend of ideological rigidity and calculated pragmatism.

Campaigns
1844: U.S.A. President
ELECTED

Election History

U.S.A. President

1,339,494 votes (49.50%)

Win
1843: Tennessee State Governor

Election History

Tennessee gubernatorial election, 1843

54,470 votes (48.30%)

Loss

Winner: James C. Jones

1841: Tennessee State Governor

Election History

Tennessee gubernatorial election, 1841

50,343 votes (48.44%)

Loss

Winner: James C. Jones

1839: Tennessee State Governor
ELECTED

Election History

9th Governor of Tennessee

54,062 votes (51.27%)

Win
1838: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee

Win
1836: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee

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1834: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee

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1832: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee

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1830: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee

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1828: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee

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1826: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee

Win
1824: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Tennessee

Win