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Woodrow Wilson: We can afford, in the midst of this day of passion and unrest, to be self-contained and sure.

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We can afford, in the midst of this day of passion and unrest, to be self-contained and sure.
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Woodrow Wilson
Democratic · New Jersey

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Wilson encourages self-assurance and calmness during times of unrest, promoting stability.

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