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Bryan's Plain Talk on Imperialism and Liberty
A long oration arguing against imperialism in the Philippines and for self government. The speaker links democracy to liberty, cites Lincoln, Jefferson, and Washington, criticizes Republican leaders for favoring conquest, and urges independence for Filipinos while warning of the dangers of a large standing army and colonial rule. He contrasts expansion with the nation's founding principles.
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Manlin
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Greece
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Jeferson
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Manila Bay
Republican House of Representatives
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Loree Astativs
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George Til
Philippine
Porto Rica
Istamda
Porto Rico
Democratic Party
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Henry Clay
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