However, you should not assume that McKinley's views are final and unchangeable.
Write a memo to the President in which you recommend and defend one of the following
options.
• Negotiate the return of the Philippines to Spain.
Turn the Philippines over to a friendly colonial power such as Britain or Germany.
Grant independence after a short transitional period.
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Annex and govern the Philippines as an American colony, with a commitment to improve
conditions on the islands -- independence may be considered in the future
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