Why did some people support imperialism despite traditional American opposition to colonization?

They thought it would provide Germany with reasons to avoid war.
They believed that because the British were successful at colonization, the United States should also do it.
They thought it would offer relief from some domestic issues.
They wanted to compete with other nations for natural resources.

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Why did some people support imperialism despite traditional American opposition to colonization?

They thought it would provide Germany with reasons to avoid war.
They believed that because the British were successful at colonization, the United States should also do it.
They thought it would offer relief from some domestic issues.
They wanted to compete with other nations for natural resources.

NotJay · Answer

D) They wanted to compete with other nations for natural resources.