State of the Union Addresses by Woodrow Wilson

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Author Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924
Title State of the Union Addresses
Credits Produced by James Linden. HTML version by Al Haines.
Summary "State of the Union Addresses" by Woodrow Wilson is a collection of significant political speeches delivered during the early 20th century, specifically in the years surrounding World War I. The addresses capture the themes and sentiments prevalent in American politics and international relations during Wilson's presidency, which is marked by a strong emphasis on peace, social justice, and governance reform. The opening of the collection starts with Wilson's address from December 2, 1913, where he outlines his constitutional duty to inform Congress about the state of the nation. He emphasizes on the importance of legislative actions regarding banking reforms, support for farmers, and international peace treaties. The address reflects Wilson's proactive approach to governance, focusing on domestic economic reform while also addressing ongoing conflicts, particularly in Mexico. He highlights the urgency of banking reform, the importance of equitable treatment for farmers, and a call for clarity in business practices to prevent monopolies. Overall, this initial speech sets the tone for Wilson's presidency, blending domestic policy concerns with international diplomacy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class J: Political science
Subject Presidents -- United States -- Messages
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- Sources
Category Text
EBook-No. 5034
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 2, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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