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.
Dec 20, 1918
My conception of the league of nations is just this, that it shall operate as the organized moral force of men throughout the world.
Dec 1, 1918
The least tribute we can pay them is to make them the equals of men in political rights as they have proved themselves their equals in every field of practical work they have entered.
Dec 1, 1918
What we all thank God for with deepest gratitude is that our men went in force into the line of battle just at the critical moment when the whole fate of the world seemed to hang in the balance.
Dec 1, 1918
The old policy may be changed much or little, but surely it cannot wisely be left as it was.
Nov 15, 1918
A new day shines about us, in which our hearts take new courage and look forward with new hope to new and greater duties.
Nov 15, 1918
We have cause for such rejoicing as revives and strengthens in us all the best traditions of our national history.
Nov 15, 1918
Complete victory has brought us, not peace alone, but the confident promise of a new day as well in which justice shall replace force and jealous intrigue among the nations.
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