Woodrow Wilson: “Conditions of submission have been contested, and, as liberty has gained upon authority, have been jealously formulated.”

Such a policy is antagonistic to the fundamental principle of equal and exact justice to all.

In recommending to you that Congress take appropriate action with regard to this agreement, certain facts should be brought to your attention.

Very little reflection would lead any one to conclude that the measure would not furnish in any substantial degree the relief sought by the producers of most of the staple commodities which it covers.

I herewith call your attention to an agreement with Belgium made by the British and French Premiers and myself.