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Debating Imperialism in America: Moral, Racial, and Economic Perspectives

Explore the anti-imperialist movement post the Philippines annexation led by figures like William Jennings Bryan and Mark Twain. Dive into moral, racial, and economic arguments against imperialism, including the impact on labor markets and national pride.

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Debating Imperialism in America: Moral, Racial, and Economic Perspectives

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  1. Debating the New Role 18-4

  2. Anti-Imperialists • Movement grew after annexation of Philippines • Anti-Imperialist League formed and led by William Jennings Bryan and Mark Twain

  3. Their Argument- Moral and Political • Expansionist behavior was a rejection of the nation’s foundation “liberty for all” • Already have domestic problems, we don’t need foreign ones as well

  4. Racial Argument • Some rejected imperialism because it required adding more people of race to the country. • Others said the domination was racism itself

  5. Economic Argument • Involved too many costs: armed forces, taxation, debt, required military service • Laborers from the annexed territories would now compete with Americans for jobs

  6. Imperialism’s Appeal • Maintain competitive edge • New Frontier for America(increase in scouting at this time) • Satisfied need for economic expansion • Pride in the Great White Fleet- world tour

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