Neutrality is a negative word. It does not express what America ought to feel. We are not trying to keep out of trouble; we are trying to preserve the foundations on which peace may be rebuilt.
USA, NeutralityWoodrow WilsonAmerica was established not to create wealth but to realize a vision, to realize an ideal - to discover and maintain liberty among men.
USA, Independence DayWoodrow WilsonThe man who is swimming against the stream knows the strength of it.
Woodrow WilsonYou are not here merely to make a living. You are here in order to enable the world to live more amply, with greater vision, with a finer spirit of hope and achievement. You are here to enrich the world, and you impoverish yourself if you forget the errand.
Woodrow WilsonThe world must be made safe for democracy. Its peace must be planted upon the tested foundations of political liberty.
Woodrow WilsonThe ear of the leader must ring with the voices of the people.
Woodrow WilsonThe only use of an obstacle is to be overcome. All that an obstacle does with brave men is, not to frighten them, but to challenge them.
Woodrow Wilson