Imperialism <Tab/>After the Spanish-American War in 1898, imperialism became a popular and important topic in America. American grew with the annexation of Hawaii, Commodore's victory in the Philippines and the US now possessing Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Philippine islands. However, controversies and conflicts arose on whether Americans should support imperialism. <Tab/>Carl Schurz, the leader of the liberal reform wing of the Republican Party and one …showed first 75 words of 585 total…

…showed last 75 words of 585 total…it is not false to the laws which govern it." <Tab/>I agree with Carl Schurz as regards to the welfare of America. I also agree with America trying to help the Philippines, but not to force or suppress the natives under the Americana government. It damaged America's significant image and what it stood for. No trading or resource benefits could outweigh what the rest of the world though of America.