Problems of Expansion by Whitelaw Reid
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"Problems of Expansion" by Whitelaw Reid is a collection of political essays and addresses written in the late 19th century. The work predominantly discusses the implications of America's territorial gains following the Spanish-American War, notably focusing on Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippines. Reid articulates the responsibilities and challenges associated with American expansionism, emphasizing the moral and strategic obligations of the United States in maintaining control over these newly acquired territories. The
opening of the book provides a broad context for the discussions to follow, reflecting on the national debate surrounding the acquisition of territories from Spain. It introduces concerns about the future governance of these lands, the ethical considerations of American intervention, and the constitutional implications of potential statehood for the inhabitants of these territories. Reid poses fundamental questions about the responsibilities the United States has toward the people of the acquired lands and insists on a national duty to establish a civilized and just government in the regions from which Spain has been expelled. His arguments set the stage for a thorough examination of America's evolving role as a global power in the wake of the war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Reid, Whitelaw, 1837-1912 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 00003553 |
| Title |
Problems of Expansion As Considered in Papers and Addresses |
| Credits |
Produced by Audrey Longhurst and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | JV: Political science: Colonies and colonization, International migration |
| Subject | United States -- Colonial question |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26064 |
| Release Date | Jul 15, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 403 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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