Federal Supervision Over Naturalization and Ballot Protection
The President outlines recommendations on federal oversight of naturalization and ballot protection, urging clear limits on federal interference, support for labor organization under safeguards, and stronger employer liability laws. He emphasizes order over disputes, the role of federal courts, and the need for Congress to back reforms while maintaining state authority. He notes the wage-worker protections, union rights within limits, and the government’s role as an employer. He will present a special labor report on the Colorado mining strike.
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Roosevelt urges national approach to labor and commerce
President Roosevelt outlines recommendations to Congress on labor rights, child labor inspection, and uniform national laws for corporations. He calls for stronger employer liability, block signaling for railroads, antirebates, and empowered Interstate Commerce Commission to revise rates. He stresses public welfare, federal oversight of big firms, and open highways of commerce while warning against violence and urges welfare measures for workers and veterans.
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