American Imperialism - Annexation of Hawaii
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- Good afternoon, President Cleveland. I asked you to come in because I was wondering if I could seek your counsel on the issue of annexing Hawaii.
- Thank you for inviting me over, President McKinley. It feels good to be back here and I'd be happy to give you my two cents.
- The idea of annexing Hawaii has grown more popular since you left office. To be honest, I like the idea because of the advantages of having Hawaii as a territory.
- I would be all for annexation only if a majority of Hawaiians supported it. However, it seems as though only white American sugar producers support the idea.
- Do you know how violent and dangerous those producers are?! The Queen gave up her power willingly when confronted by them. Her decision stopped a war from happening.
- After learning about everything that took place, I don't believe the Queen's surrender is valid. I think Hawaii should still be with her and her people unless they were to acquiesce under more peaceful circumstances.
- Well, I'm sorry, Mr. President, but we are too far past that point. I think annexation is our only option but think of the more diverse economy and culture our country will have.
- Yes, I fear so too. Those advantages are relieving to ponder about when it comes to annexation. I just don't want civil liberties nor bodies to be trampled in the process.
- I say that we annex Hawaii in the most peaceful manner possible before more trouble brews regardless of what the Hawaiians think.
- That is not the conclusion I would come to if I were in your position. But this is your time, so your decision is simply your decision.
- Well, Congress is pushing for annexation now and I don't plan on stopping it. Even though we couldn't come to an agreement, I appreciate and thank you for your opinion, Mr. President.
- Of course, Mr. President. I just hope that whatever happens next is in the best interest of this country. I wish you the best of luck on this issue and more.
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