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The issue of the Cuban problem during the Cleveland and McKinley administrations has received a wide variety of analysis and argument. Some argue Cleveland and McKinley took too much of a passive role in the affair while others argue they pursued the right course in diplomacy and had no choice but to intervene. It is easy to play the blame game but, America's public sentiment along with Spain's inability to handle its own affairs probably …

…that light he did a swell job. Morgan's stance on McKinley is somewhat confusing at times because he shows him as reluctant, but when McKinley acts he speaks well of him. This is a good read for those interested in focusing attention of presidential ideals on the Cuban situation. For those wanting a broader overview of the Cuban situation perhaps a more detailed book covering both America's position and Spain's position would be in order.