OEM = Original Equipment Manufacturer
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.
He helped by placing a huge emphasis on education and helped open numerous new schools so even commoners could get an education which was often previously reserved for elites. He also allowed the church to come back to france which was good for people since a high amount of people were religious but hid that in order to not get punished.
<span>The scope of executive-branch powers grew during the terms of all of the following president, except george washington. </span>