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American Exceptionalism, Anglo-Saxon Superiority, Social Darwinism; Not Populism.
A burgeoning economy in need of larger markets and more resources. This was fueled by "yellow press" and concept of American Exceptionalism.
Assistant Secretary of the Navy Theodore Roosevelt and Massachusetts Senator Henry Cabot Lodge promoted "large policy."pg. 606 "The American People Creating A Nation & A Society" Volume Two Since 1865
It was the largest producer in the world.
the United States expanded its influence into Asia
the United States expanded its influence into Asia
The united states expanded its influence into Asia.
The Gold Standard Act of 1900
In 1890 to 1920 the development of the passage of child labor laws by individual states was passed. During the period known as the Progressive Era (1890s to about 1920s) the U.S. government became increasingly activist in both domestic and foreign policy.
Prior to the 1890s, Americans did not have an interest in foreign affairs, mainly because of their location. The United States far away from the near constant warfare of the Europeans, and had survived in an insular, closed off society. However, the Industrial Revolution, American's belief in manifest destiny, and the fact that a good portion of American goods were originating from other countries, changed the attitude of many in the 1860s.
American Protective Association
the large wave of immigration caused a change in american demographics