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.
Jan 4, 1919
I am not thinking of particular settlements so much as I am of the general settlement.
Jan 4, 1919
I am aware, sir, that those of us who are now charged with the very great and serious responsibility of concluding the peace must think and act and confer in the presence of this opinion.
Jan 4, 1919
I have never known such a greeting as the people of Milan have given me on the streets.
Jan 4, 1919
You can not trade with people whom you do not trust, and who do not trust you.
Jan 4, 1919
It is very inspiring, sir, to feel how the human spirit is refreshed again and again from its original sources.
Jan 4, 1919
The thing that makes parties workable and tolerable is that all parties love their own country and therefore participate in the general sentiments of that country.
Jan 4, 1919
You can realize, therefore, sir, with what emotion I receive the honor which you have so generously conferred upon me of the citizenship of this great city.
Jan 4, 1919
We have been watchful of your heroic struggle and of your heroic suffering.
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