Need for naval bases = acquisition of Philippines and Guam
Monroe Doctrine = aid to Cuban Revolution
"city upon a hill" = guiding countries to independence and democracy
"yellow journalism" = defend against the "attack" on the USS Maine
The Spanish American War gave the US an opportunity to get rid of the last major European influence in the Western Hemisphere and aid in creating democracy in newly freed nations. It also was an opportunity to grow their navy and gain access to resources.
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Because the Declaration of Independence focuses instead of what the colonists found to be unacceptable governance. ... Another category of concern speaks to the colonists' concern that they lacked meaningful representation in the legislature.
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