Several theories about slavery in the territories were solidified during the debates following the mexican war. which best describes the northern anti-slavery position?

In 1816, john c. calhoun proposed that: a. that the federal government aid in the construction of roads and canals to improve transportation to and from the west b. the united states should end slavery. c. the united states should increasing the size of the navy and invade central america. d. the united states should annex hawaii