Sensible of every obligation of humanity, commerce and finance, linked as they are in the present world condition, it is not to be argued that we need destroy ourselves to be helpful to others.
Harding reflects on the interconnectedness of humanity, commerce, and finance in the context of global challenges.
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Moreover we are cognizant of the world's struggles for full readjustment and rehabilitation, and we have shirked no duty which comes of sympathy, or fraternity, or highest fellowship among nations.
I would like the Congress and the people of the Nation to believe that in a firm and considerate way we are insistent on American rights wherever they may be questioned, and deny no rights of others in the assertion of our own.
After all there is less difference about the part this great Republic shall play in furthering peace and advancing humanity than in the manner of playing it.
Every obligation consonant with American ideals and sanctioned under our form of government is willingly met.