American Imperialism 2 Student’s name Course/ Number Lecturer Date Due American Imperialism The period after civil war was a very tough one for United States. During this era, the nation experienced a lot of indifference on the matters of foreign affairs. Moreover, the state was not clear on how it would conduct international relations. At this time, the people of this great nation thought it wise not to have an overseas empire. However, this changed drastically towards the 1890s. The country was set to conquer and set up its overseas empire. Even so, individuals were indifferent over the matter. Some of the Americans thought that the country was ready for an overseas empire while others disagreed. The advocates of the overseas empire believed that it was the best decision they could ever make. This was largely because they were thinking on the basis of business interest1. These people believed that by annexing the numerous islands, they would be creating new market for their goods. The United States produced a lot of goods through the industries that they had set up. Some individuals thought that the country was facing overproduction and it had to expend its markets. Annexing of the islands was a good idea. Furthermore, the supporters of the overseas empire viewed the islands as fields of investments. The islands had land where they could set up industries and grow crops. Additionally, the proponents also thought it would be a wise idea because the country would expand its political boundaries. This would mean that the authority would command a larger area. Moreover, the military would also grow bigger. The opponents of the overseas empire thought that the idea was outrageous. This was because the annexing of the islands seemed like a ploy for the state to continue with the act of slavery. The thought of having an overseas empire angered the opponents leading them to form an alliance known as the American Anti-imperialist League2. The association was formed for the sole purpose of fighting against the annexation of the Philippines. Moreover, the opponents were not happy with the idea because they perceived the United States to be a young country that ought to have been concentrating on reclaiming itself. They argued that the country was still an infant and that it was unable to create an empire for itself. Not to mention, some senators argued that by annexing the islands the individuals would have violated the American traditions. In addition, they said that the country was fine just the way it was and it did not require other nations to be a part of it. Another reason that stood out from the opponents was that the islands to be annexed were very far away from the pacific coast. They argued that the United States would not be benefiting a lot from other nations. Others also claimed that the Filipinos and Spaniards were very primitive and that they did not want them to join their developed state. The challengers felt that the Unites Sta.

1. American Imperialism 2
Student’s name
Course/ Number
Lecturer
Date Due
American Imperialism
The period after civil war was a very tough one for United
States. During this era, the nation experienced a lot of
indifference on the matters of foreign affairs. Moreover, the
state was not clear on how it would conduct international
relations. At this time, the people of this great nation thought it
wise not to have an overseas empire. However, this changed
drastically towards the 1890s. The country was set to conquer
and set up its overseas empire. Even so, individuals were
indifferent over the matter. Some of the Americans thought that
the country was ready for an overseas empire while others
disagreed.
The advocates of the overseas empire believed that it was the
best decision they could ever make. This was largely because
they were thinking on the basis of business interest1. These
people believed that by annexing the numerous islands, they
would be creating new market for their goods. The United
States produced a lot of goods through the industries that they
had set up. Some individuals thought that the country was
facing overproduction and it had to expend its markets.
Annexing of the islands was a good idea. Furthermore, the
supporters of the overseas empire viewed the islands as fields of
investments. The islands had land where they could set up
industries and grow crops. Additionally, the proponents also
thought it would be a wise idea because the country would
expand its political boundaries. This would mean that the
authority would command a larger area. Moreover, the military

2. would also grow bigger.
The opponents of the overseas empire thought that the idea was
outrageous. This was because the annexing of the islands
seemed like a ploy for the state to continue with the act of
slavery. The thought of having an overseas empire angered the
opponents leading them to form an alliance known as the
American Anti-imperialist League2. The association was formed
for the sole purpose of fighting against the annexation of the
Philippines. Moreover, the opponents were not happy with the
idea because they perceived the United States to be a young
country that ought to have been concentrating on reclaiming
itself. They argued that the country was still an infant and that
it was unable to create an empire for itself. Not to mention,
some senators argued that by annexing the islands the
individuals would have violated the American traditions. In
addition, they said that the country was fine just the way it was
and it did not require other nations to be a part of it.
Another reason that stood out from the opponents was that the
islands to be annexed were very far away from the pacific coast.
They argued that the United States would not be benefiting a lot
from other nations. Others also claimed that the Filipinos and
Spaniards were very primitive and that they did not want them
to join their developed state. The challengers felt that the
Unites States would be helping other countries by teaching them
how to be civilized. During this era, the United States was very
indifferent about an overseas empire. Even so, the advocates of
the overseas empire went ahead with the annexation of the
Philippines.
Bibliography
Gorn, Elliott J., Randy W. Roberts, and Terry Bilhartz. 2010.
Constructing the American Past, Volume 2: A Source Book of a
People's History. Upper Saddle River: Prentice Hall.

3. Elliot J. Gorn, Roberts W. Randy and Terry Bilhartz. 2010.
Constructing the American Past, Volume 2: A Source Book of a
People’s History. Upper Saddle River: Prentice Hall.
2. Gorn, Randy, and Bilhartz. 2010
Coty Hampton
REI: An ethical Consumer Cooperative.
Case summary:
REI is a company that deals with the production of goods and
services which are used in outdoor activities. It is a company
that endeavors to excel in all dimensions. REI ensures that it
deals with the interests of all parties or stake holders who have
interests with the organization. It also interacts with other firms
to ensure production of quality goods to its customers. REI
upholds the values that make it outstand in the market.
Key Issues:
Keeping values-REI holds fast the values that promote ethical
culture that makes it stand from the rest. It ensures service and
protection of the environment to where it operates.
Protection of stakeholders interests-REI believes that the
stakeholders of the firm are its backbone hence it ensures that
their interests are well met and satisfied.
Social responsibility-REI is socially responsible as it strives to
advocate for social facilities prevention and improves the lives
of the people in its environment through supporting social
activities.
Legality-REI as a company observes the law as it tries to follow
the set down procedures in its daily dealings.
Personal case analysis:
In my view, REI as a firm has made many achievements. It has
made the lives of people in the environment improve as it

4. strives to implement its decisions. Making partnerships with
other firms despite the challenges involved in competing firms
has made it one out of many. It has as well ensured that its
stakeholder’s interests are met despite its sales oriented nature.
This has made REI win the trust of all its stakeholders.
Case Questions:
1. Describe the Stakeholder orientation t REI.
Stakeholder orientation is the organization's center of the
performance. It forms part of its cultural relationship with the
other corporate bodies. It is available when the organization is
interested in the influence of its deeds to its owners and not just
the owners. Stakeholders are those people who have great power
over the actions of the organization and whose contribution if
withdrawn from it can affect the firm negatively. They consist
of the general public where the firm operates, employees, those
who supply inputs, customers, and owners. Stakeholder’s
orientation makes efforts to reconcile the interests of all the
parties taking into account their interests when making
decisions about their actions. It focuses on what is good for the
stakeholders but not mere money making. Stakeholder
orientation can lead to an increased competitive advantage. The
main components of shareholder orientation include customer,
competitor, employee and shareholder orientations that may
either bring synergy or preventive effect.
2. How does REI implement Social Responsibility?
REI would like to make sure that it is responsible for its paper
sourcing for it cannot stop its use of paper. It has a policy that
promotes buying of paper products firms that are certified by
Forest Stewardship Council a body that dictates that the paper
products have been responsibly sourced. REI recognizes that its
social responsibility to the environment does not come to an end
after the sales of its output hence it makes product
sustainability an essential principle for sustaining its goals.REI
also has partnered with other corporate bodies as it believes in
standards that apply universally. In its political dimension, REI

5. advocates the protection of the environment promoting
recreational facilities. It has encouraged productive use of lands
for the public and has supported many programs concerned with
outdoor recreation. REI has been able to make its customers
loyal and created good faith with the stakeholders due to basing
its mission on customers. Relating its sales activities has
provided to the stakeholders information relating directly to
their interests and those of the environment
3. How do REI's values relate to the development of an
ethical culture?
REI ensures that its actions are according to the law. This can
be seen in its habit of purchasing paper from a certified body.
This value is enough to fulfilling an ethical duty to the
obedience of the law that any business should adhere to as it
operates in a particular country. It makes the country benefit
from the company’s activities, and the employees and the
interested parties derive maximum satisfaction.
REI values the community that it operates in and the activities
that are of benefit to them through involvement in activities and
efforts in advocating justice. It portrays its value for the
environment by its behavioral promotion and practices that are
environment-friendly, a trait that has seen it produce
exceptional quality goods and services for outdoor activities.
REI values equity, originality and integrity among others that
are the center of the firm’s activities. Its ethical culture
concerns all the parties that are affected by the actions of the
company but not just a small fraction. Ethical conduct is a
paramount aspect of REIs culture.
References:
Fiore, A M, (2010), Understanding Aesthetics for the
Merchandising and Design Professional, A&C Black
ANONIMO, Ferrel O.C, Fraedrich, J, Ferrel, L, (2007),
Business Ethics: Ethical Decision Making and Cases, Houghton
Mifflin College Division
Pride, Ferrel,(2013),Marketing 2014, Cengage Learning