Feb 2, 1916
We do not claim anything for ourselves which they would not in like circumstances claim for themselves.
Woodrow Wilson
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Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States, serving from 1913 to 1921. A member of the Democratic Party, he was born in Virginia and raised in Georgia before moving to New Jersey, where he became a prominent political figure. Wilson was a key leader of the Progressive Movement, advocating for reforms such as antitrust legislation and the establishment of the Federal Reserve System. His presidency is also noted for significant events such as the United States' involvement in World War I and his efforts to promote the League of Nations, an international organization aimed at preventing future conflicts.
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Feb 2, 1916
It would tear the heartstrings of America to be at war with any of the great nations of the world.
Feb 2, 1916
I believe that the message which all men such as sit in this room to-day ought to carry at their hearts is the message of preparation for peace.
Feb 2, 1916
I am not looking forward to war; I am looking forward with the greatest ardor and interest to peace and to the services which this country may render the rest of the world in the times of peace and healing and restoration which will…
Feb 2, 1916
So far as America is concerned no man need go about amongst us preaching peace.
Feb 2, 1916
I believe in my heart that the world has never witnessed a case, and never will witness a case, where one people desired to make war upon another people.
Feb 2, 1916
America will be infinitely efficient in the world of business if she is punctiliously righteous in the field of business.
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