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We will aid and befriend Mexico, but we will not coerce her; and our course with regard to her ought to be sufficient proof to all America that we seek no political suzerainty or selfish control.
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Wilson states that the U.S. will support Mexico without coercion, demonstrating a commitment to mutual respect.
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