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William McKinley: “The near future will demonstrate whether the indispensable condition of a righteous peace, just alike to the Cubans and…”

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The near future will demonstrate whether the indispensable condition of a righteous peace, just alike to the Cubans and to Spain as well as equitable to all our interests so intimately involved in the welfare of Cuba, is likely to be attained.
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William McKinley
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

In this statement, McKinley expressed hope for a just peace regarding Cuba and Spain's interests.

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