The graph shows exports and imports between the United States and Cuba in the late 1800s. A graph showing U S Exports and Imports from Cuba in millions of dollars during years 1888 to 1897. Imports and exports were both below 20 million dollars in 1888, rising and then decreasing in 1897 to about 55 million for imports and about 15 million for exports. What does the graph suggest about the United States’ involvement in the Spanish-American War? The United States wanted to support the revolution in order to gain an economic foothold in Cuba. The United States wanted to support the Spanish government to boost American exports into Cuba. The United States had no interest in taking part in the conflict because there was no potential for economic gain. The United States was interested in promoting stability in Cuba to continue to receive shipments from that country.