Question

if you were in mckinley's position, what would you have done? Would you have annexed the phillippines? why or why not? first, make a list of pro and con arguments about this question. you will use that list to support the decision you would make

Answer 1

Arguments in Favor of Annexation Arguments Against Annexation

1 The United States could use the Philippines for naval and air bases in Asia.

It would mean stifling the right to self-governance in the Philippines.

2 The United States could get access to agricultural products and other raw materials that are not available in the United States. It would involve a shift in American ideologies which had been supporting liberty.

3 The United States could facilitate trade with Asia. It would involve forcing American ways and ideas on peoples who may be reluctant to adopt them.

4 The United States could help in education, the governmental system, and instill ideals of democracy in the Philippines. It could result in revolt and unrest and possibly, a war.

5 It would prevent other imperialist nations from annexing and taking undue advantage of the Philippines.

Answer 2

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