05/09/1905
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"We are bound by every consideration of honor and expediency to pass commercial measures in the interest of her material well being."
"In my judgment no American industry will be hurt, and many American industries will be benefited by the proposed action."
"I ask for her certain special economic concessions in return; these economic concessions to benefit us as well as her."
"It is to our advantage as a nation that the growing Cuban market should be controlled by American producers."