In paragraph 1 of "War in the Philippines," what does McKinley mean when he says, "We are all one in the presence of a great national duty, and there are no divisions among us whenever our flag is assailed"?(1 point)

Responses

A. that he believes all Americans must unite against external threats
A. that he believes all Americans must unite against external threats

B. that he feels the American people must determine what the president will do
B. that he feels the American people must determine what the president will do

C. that the United States acquired the Philippines through fair actions
C. that the United States acquired the Philippines through fair actions

D. that all Americans have a responsibility to work hard and follow the law

A. that he believes all Americans must unite against external threats