Woodrow Wilson actually said...

I have taken it, and taken it in the confidence that it will meet with your approval and support.

Address to a Joint Session of Congress on German Violations of International Law

04/18/1916

More Woodrow Wilson Quotes

We do not claim anything for ourselves which they would not in like circumstances claim for themselves.

It would tear the heartstrings of America to be at war with any of the great nations of the world.

The judgment of America is not based upon sentiment; it is based upon facts.

The situation is that America is at peace with all the world and desires to remain at peace with all the world.