Mr. Thomas Worthington-----Social Studies Department----Pros and Cons of U.S. Imperialism

Granger Collection, New York

Freeport Illinois

August 27, 1858

U.S. Senatorial candidate Abraham Lincoln

and Stephen A. Douglas

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In the upcoming debate, you will be
expected to defend whether or not the United States

shouldhave acted like an imperial power during

the Age of Imperialism.

Question:  For or against imperialism?  

Historical Background:

Opening Statement:

Position #1:

Position #2:

Position #3:

Position #4:

Position #5:

Deference to the opposing side:

Closing Statement: