Annexation of Hawaii (Blog #27)

America's war with Spain began over Cuba. But, in addition to establishing a U.S. presence in the Caribbean, the war extended the U.S. presence in Asia and the Pacific. After the war, the United States established political control over the Philippines and added Hawaii to its colonial holdings. The United States also became further involved in affairs in China and took a new interest in Japan. (Ch. 9 Section 2)

Your Assignment:

1.) Present an argument for and against the annexation of Hawaii.
2.) Assess the political consequences of each action.

Due: Sunday 3/8/09 by 11:59p.m.