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Our Government and the Philippine Islands debated in print
The piece argues against U S policy toward the Philippine Islands, claiming it violates the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. It asserts war powers lie with the people and Congress, not the president, and condemns conquest as unconstitutional. The message, voiced by First Sergeant Alfred J Dunn for the First Idaho volunteers, critiques executive overreach and praises Lt Col. Figins for leadership.
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Lzon Calhoun
United States
Philippine Islands
Spain
Blackstone
Cooley's
United States Congress
Congress
Philippines
Alfred
J. Dunn
Pacific Ocean
McKinley
Mark Hanna
Maine