The main reasons that imperial nations built large naval forces was to protect their economic interests in these colonies as well as their political interests. In addition they also sought to demonstrate their size and prowess in their ability to exert military force around the globe.
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Immigration would be the best option
There is freedom of speech in America to say whatever you want. Many countries in the world are democratic meaning people get to chose their leader. People can be who they want they are not told by their country who to be.
