. Queen Liliuokalani was against foreign influence in Hawaii. Why did she want to main Hawaii’s independence? What did President Cleveland think about the United States actions? What does the quote on page 645 mean?
Queen Liliuokalani wanted to maintain Hawaii's independence because she believed in the sovereignty and self-determination of her people. She was against foreign influence, particularly from the United States, because she saw it as a threat to Hawaiian culture and autonomy.
President Cleveland thought that the United States' actions in overthrowing Queen Liliuokalani's government and annexing Hawaii were unjust and unlawful. He believed that the annexation was a violation of international law and the sovereignty of the Hawaiian people.
The quote on page 645 likely refers to the idea that the United States' actions in annexing Hawaii were motivated by greed and a desire for power, rather than a genuine concern for the well-being and rights of the Hawaiian people. It suggests that imperialism and colonization often come at the expense of indigenous peoples and their land.