The war that followed it crushed the Republic that the Philippine people had set up for themselves, deprived them of their independence, and established there, by American power, a Government in which the people have no part, against their will.
Hoar critiques the American government's actions in the Philippines following the war, emphasizing the loss of independence for the Filipino people.
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The irrepressible conflict had to be fought out.
What was said helped to arouse public attention, and the masses of the people--always pure and incorruptible--set themselves earnestly and successfully to reform the abuses.
But their names were wanting from the honorable roll of the men who accomplished them.
The honor and good fame of our beloved State is far above any question of party.
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