Woodrow Wilson: “I will only venture to repeat that every element of normal life amongst us depends upon and awaits the ratification of…”

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.

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

One does not pay a compliment to the American farmer who attempts to alarm him by dangers from foreign competition.