The voice of the United States has a respectful hearing in international councils, because we have convinced the world that we have no selfish ends to serve, no old grievances to avenge, no territorial or other greed to satisfy.
Warren G. Harding: “The voice of the United States has a respectful hearing in international councils, because we have convinced the world…”
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Harding highlights the respect the U.S. commands in international discussions due to its principled stance.
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