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Such territories, once regarded as mere possessions, are no longer to be selfishly exploited; they are part of the domain of public conscience and of serviceable and enlightened statesmanship.
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gutenberg.orgWoodrow Wilson: “Such territories, once regarded as mere possessions, are no longer to be selfishly exploited; they are part of the…”
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Wilson advocates for a shift in perspective regarding U.S. territories, emphasizing ethical governance.
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