Read each statement regarding the debate over imperialism in america after the spanish-american war. then choose all statements that are pro-imperialism. the idea that imperialism provided both a commercial and strategic advantage to the united states. the idea that liberated states should determine their own destiny. the idea that the united states should extend freedom and democracy across the world as god's will. the belief that the power comes from the consent of the governed. the belief that the united states is above old world meddling. the preservation of the exceptionalist nature of the united states.