Question

After the Mexican War and moving into the 1850s, what were the 4 positions regarding slavery in the newly acquired territories? Who were the major backers of each position? Thank you!!​

Answer 1

answer to # 1 is down below

answer to # 2 is Adams Men" and "Jackson Men"

Step-by-step explanation:

The Compromise of 1850 contained the following provisions: (1) California was admitted to the Union as a free state; (2) the remainder of the Mexican cession was divided into the two territories of New Mexico and Utah and organized without mention of slavery; (3) the claim of Texas to a portion of New Mexico was .