This argument was by Halford Mackinder.
the issue of imperialism and whether or not the United States should acquire and govern overseas territories. Proponents of imperialism argued that it was the duty of the United States to spread its civilization and values to other parts of the world, while opponents argued that it went against the principles of democracy and self-determination. This debate ultimately led to the acquisition of territories such as the Philippines and Puerto Rico, and shaped American foreign policy for years to come.
Although there are plenty of differences, the main differing belief was over territorial expansion. The imperialists were all for it, thinking that it would help with the American market and the depressed economy from the Panic of 1893. The anti-imperialists argued that it went against our American democracy and was harmful to the territories we were trying to acquire.
The league argued that Imperialism went against American principles
Here are some major supportive arguments for Manifest Destiny and westward expansion: Economic opportunity: Supporters argued that westward expansion would provide new land for agriculture, natural resources for extraction, and trade opportunities, leading to economic growth and prosperity for the rapidly expanding United States. National security: Advocates believed that expanding westward would strengthen national security by establishing a buffer zone against potential foreign threats and expanding the American sphere of influence. Spreading democracy and civilization: Supporters argued that the expansion would allow the United States to spread its democratic principles, values, and civilization to Native American tribes and other populations in the western territories. They believed it was the country's duty to bring progress to these areas.
It argued that few American industries fit the model of perfect competition. A+
Frederick Jackson Turner argued that, since the American frontier was running out, overseas expansion would be a safety valve to keep Americans content.
Fredrick Jackson Tuner
Frederick Jackson Turner argued that, since the American frontier was running out, overseas expansion would be a safety valve to keep Americans content.
Frederick Jackson Turner argued that, since the American frontier was running out, overseas expansion would be a safety valve to keep Americans content.
Fredrick Jackson Tuner
Supporters of social Darwinism justified expansion of American powers overseas by arguing that it was the natural progression of a superior civilization to dominate and "civilize" less developed societies. They believed that spreading American influence would help those societies advance and bring progress to the world, in line with the principles of survival of the fittest.
Against Expansion:-Against American ideals-Cost money For Expansion:-power-naval bases-competition among nations-market for goods
to sell Americas surplus of goods
the league argued that Imperialism went against American principles.
The league argued that Imperialism went against American principles
The league argued that Imperialism went against American principles
Westward expansion gave the United States its character of rugged independence. The expansion had shaped the nation's values