Why did Roosevelts oppinions disapprove of his actions in panama?

President Theodore Roosevelt's actions in Panama, particularly his support for the canal's construction and encouragement of Panama's independence from Colombia, were seen as hypocritical given his professed commitment to diplomacy and non-intervention. While he advocated for the "Big Stick" diplomacy, emphasizing a strong military presence, critics argued that his approach undermined sovereignty and reflected imperialistic tendencies. This contradiction between his ideals of promoting democracy and the reality of American intervention led to significant disapproval of his actions regarding Panama.