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James K. Polk made a campaign promise to serve only one term as president. He believed that one term was sufficient to accomplish his main goals, which were to settle territorial disputes with Mexico and successfully implement his agenda for territorial expansion. Polk felt that by limiting himself to one term, he could focus all his energy on achieving these objectives.
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∙ 13y agoHe did not seek a second term because he was out voted.
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Only US President to voluntarily retire after one term?
James Polk.
What President pledged himself to only one term in office?
James K. Polk
Who was the President of the US during the war with Mexico?
James K. Polk (term 1845-1849) was President of the United States during the Mexican-American War.
Who was the vice president for each of James K. Polk terms?
The 11th President of the United States was James K. Polk from March 4, 1845 to March 4, 1849. President Polk only served on term, and his Vice President was George M. Dallas.
What did James Polk vow to do as president?
He said he'd only serve for one term, which in fact he did.
What year was James K. Polk elected?
James K. Polk, 11th US President, was elected for one term in November of 1844.
What were James Polk's terms of office?
President Polk served one term, from March 1845 to March 1849.
Who was the 11th president?
James Knox Polk was the 11th President of the United States serving from from March 4, 1845 to March 4, 1849.
What was James Polk major event during his president term?
The biggest event in Polk's administration was the Mexican War and its aftermath.
How many terms did James K. Polk serve in office?
he was a dip but served at least two terms.
What is a good cinquain for the 11th president James K. Polk?
James Polk from Tennessee saw the United States stretch from sea to shining sea in one term.
Who was First president of the united states to pledge himself to one term?
James K. Polk
