Wilson and Taft Plead For League At Opera House
In New York on March 5 at the Metropolitan Opera House, President Wilson and former President Taft argued for the League of Nations. They defended the covenant and warned opponents that delaying peace would blame those who refuse to ratify the treaty.
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Taft Proposes Monroe Doctrine Clause in Covenant
Taft would accept a covenant clause recognizing the Monroe Doctrine with worded assurance that purely American questions be settled by American nations, using league like machinery, and that European intervention would be limited unless requested by American nations, per his New York Metropolitan Opera House speech.
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Salient Points in Wilson's Speech
The address argues broad support in America for the League of Nations and warns against partisan obstruction. It states that publicity can thwart intrigue, cites Germany over Serbia as a warning, and urges proactive global action rather than restraint. It condemns selfishness and calls for united pursuit of justice.
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