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The Truth About Imperialism and Overspending in War Policy
A fervent critique of McKinley era budget increases and new federal offices, arguing that wartime costs for the Philippines, Cuba, and Porto Rico reveal reckless waste. The speech warns against colonial rule, advocates tariff reform, and defends expansion of commerce over conquest. It cites figures on increased appropriations, layoffs, and the human cost of the Philippine campaign.
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Congress
McKinley
National Treasury
Alremdy
Cleveland
Spain
Pilipinos
Bryan
United States
Hean
Democratic Party
England
American
Republican Party
Orient
Porto Rico
House of Representatives
Committee On Ways and Means
Payne
Senate
Ohio
Foraker
Redfield Proactor
Vermont
Morrison
Cuba
Philippine Archipelago
Globe
Philippine Islands
Segular
Torto Rico
Secretary of War
Sevien
Navy Department
Tiomy
Napoleon
Europe
William
France
Wis
Republic
Canada
Montesumas
Rio Chande