The term 'manifest destiny' was used in 1846 by newspaper editor John L.O'Sullivan. It could be described as a policy that would _________.

Bring democracy to the West and expand the territory of the United States

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The correct option is D Bring democracy to the West and expand the territory of the United States
The term 'manifest destiny' was used in 1846 by newspaper editor John L.O'Sullivan. It could be described as a policy that would bring democracy to the West and expand the territory of the United States.

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