On the record
To speak plainly, we have grossly erred in the way in which we have stunted and hindered the development of our merchant marine.
Source
gutenberg.orgWoodrow Wilson: “To speak plainly, we have grossly erred in the way in which we have stunted and hindered the development of our merchant…”
Editor's note · Context
Wilson criticizes the U.S. for hindering the development of its merchant marine.
Share
More from Woodrow Wilson
Mar 2, 1921
Actual relief can come only from the adoption of constructive measures of a broader scope, from the restoration of peace everywhere in the world.
Mar 2, 1921
The imports of wheat have come mainly from Canada and Argentina and have not competed with the domestic crop.
Feb 21, 1921
A recommendation at this time that suitable legislative action should be taken may appear somewhat premature, but in view of the approaching termination of my administration I have brought this matter to your attention, hoping that…
Mar 2, 1921
One does not pay a compliment to the American farmer who attempts to alarm him by dangers from foreign competition.
Other voices in this conversation
