despite its risks, the author clearly state " this route was favored by gold seekers from the eastern states." why do you think this is? [ the california gold rush ; traveling to the gold country] i will mark brainliest for right answer

The California Gold Rush sparked a movement west, which only further ignited manifest destiny. People saw the opportunity to stake a claim of their own and truly pursue the "American Dream" out west. This new discovery and the abundance of wealth to be had further solidified support of Polk's decision to move westward.

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