Bryan Campaign Address At Indianapolis On Imperialism
In a keynote speech at Indianapolis, William Jennings Bryan argues the 1900 campaign is a clash of democracy against plutocracy, denounces imperialism in the Philippines, and urges government by consent. He cites Lincoln, Jefferson, and Clay to demand self government for colonized peoples and warns against a large standing army and forced annexation.
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Republicans Charged With Evading Philippine Issue
Policy in the Philippines becomes a partisan test as Republicans face claims they dodged the vital question. The piece recalls Lincoln and Clay supporting debate during wartime while criticizing the current administration, noting the convention's platform favored self-congratulation over a clear plan.
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Our History Warns Against Philippine Imperialism
The author argues against U S imperial rule in the Philippines and defends the principle of self government. Citing Lincoln Jefferson and Washington the piece warns that empire would erode liberty at home and abroad, urging Republicans to oppose conquest and imperial domination. It notes current South African conflict tests liberal values and colonial policy.
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Jefferson Denounces Conquest As Un-American
The passage cites Jefferson to argue conquest contradicts American principles. It quotes him stating that he should have nothing to do with conquest and that conquest is inconsistent with our government. It emphasizes opposition to forcible annexation and imperial expansion.
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What Are We to Do with Him Now That We Have Him?
The piece argues over Philippine status under American rule. It contrasts Republican and Democratic lines on whether Filipinos can be citizens or must be subject, opposing colonial rule and asserting rights and self governance. It questions force versus consent in imposing government.
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Title to Philippine Islands and the People Debate
A rhetorical inquiry questions U.S. possession of the Philippines. It asks whether title rests on treaty, conquest, or purchase, and whether people are included with land or separately secured. The piece cites divine bond imagery and mocks Republican positions.
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The Obligation to Self Government in the Philippines
The argument asserts the United States must remain true to its own governmental theory in the Philippines, arguing no foreign obligation overrides the nation's right to govern itself. It states obligations to Filipinos outweigh any ties to other nations and rejects doctrines contrary to American national life.
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Philippine Islands
Four Republican Contentions on Imperialism and Trade
The piece analyzes four arguments used to defend imperialism. It contrasts a pride based claim to world power with commercial aims in the Philippines and the Orient, a claim that Christian expansion justifies colonization, and a stance against retreat. It contrasts Republican and Democratic views on humane trade expansion versus war for profit.
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