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Anti-Imperialism Editorial: Spanish American War
Anti-Imperialism Editorial- Spanish American War The Spanish American War is simply an abomination of American morals and ideals. Spain and the United States are currently in conflict, as a result of American intervention in Cuba. America has yet again impressed its indomitable will upon fledgling nations, and in this case, one that did not even need “help” especially since it was already under Spanish control, regardless of how relaxed or ineffective that role may have been. This war has become an important one, even inside American borders. The war is taking American troops away from protecting the country, and is taking them to go fight other countries battles. This is incredibly irresponsible of the United States government, because

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