No Constitutional Power to Conquer Foreign Nations and Hold Their People in Subjection Against Their Will: Speech of Hon. George F. Hoar, of ... States, January 9, 1899 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

George Frisbie Hoar

 
9780243094264: No Constitutional Power to Conquer Foreign Nations and Hold Their People in Subjection Against Their Will: Speech of Hon. George F. Hoar, of ... States, January 9, 1899 (Classic Reprint)

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This book presents an analysis of the constitutional debate surrounding America's acquisition of the Philippines at the turn of the 20th century. The author provides a deep dive into the arguments of prominent political figures of the time, including Senator George Frisbie Hoar, who argued against the constitutionality of acquiring territories without the consent of their people. The book examines the historical context of American expansionism, as well as the legal and moral implications of the debate. It explores the tension between the desire for national power and the commitment to democratic principles, delving into the profound impact of this debate on the shaping of American foreign policy and its legacy in the present day.

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