What was one reason that "dark horse" James K. Polk won the presidency in 1844?
A) Polk came out strongly against a protective tariff.
B) The Whig party appeared to be the party of immigration and alcohol.
C) Polk convinced many northerners that the annexation of Texas would be in their best interest.
D) He received an overwhelming popular vote.
E) His running mate was a leading temperance crusader.
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