FDR: “I commend the Convention to the early consideration of the Senate.”

The logic of events and our clear and pressing national interest must override our old party controversies.

It seems obvious that we will be more or less responsible for security in all the Pacific waters.

Trade is fundamental to the prosperity of Nations, as it is of individuals.

We shall be equipped to deal with the great overriding question of security, and with the crucial questions of money and exchange...