Woodrow Wilson: “We should clear away all legal obstacles and create a basis of undoubted law for it which will give freedom without…”

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.

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

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.