Abraham Lincoln and James K. Polk were contemporary voices who spoke loudly, and with some influence and controversy, on the subject of Manifest Destiny. After completing the readings for this assignment, please discuss the following questions: 1. Based upon the readings, do you believe that Polk or Lincoln was correct in their views regarding the Mexican War and Manifest Destiny? 2. How were their views influenced by their political affiliation and the region in which they lived? 3.If Lincoln's view had prevailed, how would it have affected the country's growth and history?