Explain "Expansionism" as a Theory of Foreign Relations

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Essay

Explain "expansionism" as a theory of foreign relations. How and when did America adopt a theory of expansionism? Include an understanding of "manifest destiny" in your answer.

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Definitions:

Kant's Theory

A philosophical doctrine attributed to Immanuel Kant, emphasizing duty, moral law, and the categorical imperative as the foundations of ethical actions.

Duty

An obligation or responsibility to act in a certain way, often determined by moral or legal considerations.

Ethical Egoism

A moral philosophy arguing that individuals should act in their own self-interest and that this is the only moral duty.

Altruistic Explanations

Theories or reasons provided for actions taken for the benefit of others, often without personal gain and sometimes at a cost to oneself.