I believe both because in that time period the US was and still is by a thread the hegemon of the day, allowing for that ideology of social darwinism not only to influenced US culture but also that of the World.
No, the main supporters and opponents of Social Darwinism had a significant influence on both foreign and domestic policy in American society. In domestic policy, Social Darwinism justified social and economic inequality, while in foreign policy, it was used to justify Imperialism and expansionism. Overall, Social Darwinism had implications for various aspects of American society, both domestically and internationally.
Supporters of social Darwinism justified expansion of American powers overseas by arguing that it was the natural progression of a superior civilization to dominate and "civilize" less developed societies. They believed that spreading American influence would help those societies advance and bring progress to the world, in line with the principles of survival of the fittest.
The Monroe Doctrine proclaimed that European powers should not interfere in the Western Hemisphere, allowing the US to expand its influence in the region. Social Darwinism provided a pseudo-scientific justification for imperialism by suggesting that certain nations were inherently superior and destined to rule over others, promoting expansionism under the guise of spreading civilization and progress.
Social Darwinism is the belief that certain social groups are more fit for survival and success due to natural selection principles. Some individuals argue that social Darwinism has been used to justify inequalities and discrimination in society.
Social Darwinism was a belief that certain groups or individuals are destined to survive and succeed due to their superior traits. During the American Revolution, Social Darwinism was not a concept being used as it emerged in the 19th century, long after the revolution. It was primarily influenced by Charles Darwin's theory of evolution and applied to justify various socio-political ideologies.
Theodore Roosevelt is known for promoting the idea of American superiority based on international Darwinism through his policies and actions, such as the Spanish-American War and the construction of the Panama Canal. He believed in the concept of "survival of the fittest" and saw the United States as a dominant force in shaping the world order.
Supporters of social Darwinism justified expansion of American powers overseas by arguing that it was the natural progression of a superior civilization to dominate and "civilize" less developed societies. They believed that spreading American influence would help those societies advance and bring progress to the world, in line with the principles of survival of the fittest.
The Monroe Doctrine proclaimed that European powers should not interfere in the Western Hemisphere, allowing the US to expand its influence in the region. Social Darwinism provided a pseudo-scientific justification for imperialism by suggesting that certain nations were inherently superior and destined to rule over others, promoting expansionism under the guise of spreading civilization and progress.
Social Darwinism is the belief that certain social groups are more fit for survival and success due to natural selection principles. Some individuals argue that social Darwinism has been used to justify inequalities and discrimination in society.
Patriots
The leading American advocate of Social Darwinism was William Graham Sumner, a sociologist and political economist. He believed in survival of the fittest as an essential law of nature that should also govern human society, advocating against government intervention in economic and social affairs.
Stokes
Social Darwinism was a belief that certain groups or individuals are destined to survive and succeed due to their superior traits. During the American Revolution, Social Darwinism was not a concept being used as it emerged in the 19th century, long after the revolution. It was primarily influenced by Charles Darwin's theory of evolution and applied to justify various socio-political ideologies.
Spain.
Spain and the US.
loyalists or tories
Spain
Spain.