Americans have long believed that the United States does not enter foreign conflicts, wars, etc. unless “forced” to do so. For example, George W. Bush commented in his 2001 inaugural address that America had gone out into the world to protect, not to possess; and to defend, not to conquer. Do you agree or disagree with this statement related to American foreign policy from 1880-1920?

Americans have long believed that the United States does not enter foreign conflicts, wars, etc. unless “forced” to do so. For example, George W. Bush commented in his 2001 inaugural address that America had gone out into the world to protect, not to possess; and to defend, not to conquer. Do you agree or disagree with this statement related to American foreign policy from 1880-1920? Give examples to support your position. To be clear: This response should focus ONLY on the period from 1880-1920, Bush’s statement is merely to prompt your thinking about a philosophy of foreign policy.