During the Spanish-American War, the U. S. Navy destroyed the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay in the Philippines. The U. S. Congress later voted for annexation of the Philippines.
What was one reason for this act of U. S. imperialism?

ummm? is that supposed to be a question or a but this is a reason he won re-election

explanation:

"despite progress in the war, lincoln and most political pundits were convinced that he would lose his bid for reelection in 1864. the country was war weary and the democratic party's nominee, george mcclellan, was likely to negotiate a peace treaty with the confederacy if elected." - loc.gov

definitely a for sure. ill see and update if i get the answer