William McKinley
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William McKinley was the 25th President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1897, until his assassination on September 14, 1901. A member of the Republican Party, he was born in Ohio and previously served as the governor of Ohio from 1892 to 1896. McKinley is known for leading the nation to victory in the Spanish-American War and for implementing protective tariffs to bolster American industry while maintaining the gold standard.
Mar 3, 1901
Strong hearts and helpful hands are needed, and, fortunately, we have them in every part of our beloved country.
Mar 3, 1901
Existing problems demand the thought and quicken the conscience of the country.
Mar 3, 1901
The peace which we are pledged to leave to the Cuban people must carry with it the guaranties of permanence.
Mar 3, 1901
We will not leave the destiny of the loyal millions the islands to the disloyal thousands who are in rebellion against the United States.
Mar 3, 1901
The Republic has marched on and on, and its step has exalted freedom and humanity.
Mar 3, 1901
It became inevitable; and the Congress at its first regular session, without party division, provided money in anticipation of the crisis and in preparation to meet it.
Mar 3, 1901
Then I felt constrained to convene the Congress in extraordinary session to devise revenues to pay the ordinary expenses of the Government.
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