Why did some members of congress not want Texas to enter the Union as a slave state? a.Because they did not like Texas and used the issue of slavery as an excuse. b.Because they were against slavery. c.

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asked Aug 21, 2022 93.6k views

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Why did some members of congress not want Texas to enter the Union as a slave state?

a.Because they did not like Texas and used the issue of slavery as an excuse.
b.Because they were against slavery.
c.Because it would encourage more states to adopt slavery.
d.Because it would give the southern sates more power and representation in congress.