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Woodrow Wilson: “We must hold steadily in view their ultimate independence, and we must move toward the time of that independence as…”

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We must hold steadily in view their ultimate independence, and we must move toward the time of that independence as steadily as the way can be cleared and the foundations thoughtfully and permanently laid.
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Woodrow Wilson
Democratic · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

Wilson emphasizes the importance of preparing territories for eventual independence.

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