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The Collected Works of William Howard Taft: Presidential addresses and state papers

The Collected Works of William Howard Taft: Presidential addresses and state papers is a comprehensive compilation of the speeches and official papers delivered by William Howard Taft during his tenure as the 27th President of the United States. The volume offers insight into Taft's political philosophy, his approach to governance, and his administration's policies. more

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William Howard Taft
William Howard Taft

William Howard Taft was the 27th President of the United States, serving from 1909 to 1913. Born on September 15, 1857, and passing away on March 8, 1930, Taft was known for his dedication to maintaining law and order and for pushing for various reforms during his presidency. After leaving office, he remained active in politics and law, serving as a Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. more

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“One of the reforms to be carried out during the incoming administration is a change in our monetary and banking laws, so as to secure greater elasticity in the forms of currency available for trade and to prevent the limitations of law from operating to increase the embarrassment of a financial panic.”

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Book:Inaugural Speeches from the Presidents of the United States - Complete Edition
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“That we can come here today and in the presence of thousands and tens of thousands of the survivors of the gallant army of Northern Virginia and their descendants, establish such an enduring monument by their hospitable welcome and acclaim, is conclusive proof of the uniting of the sections, and a universal confession that all that was done was well done, that the battle had to be fought, that the sections had to be tried, but that in the end, the result has inured to the common benefit of all.”

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Author:William Howard Taft
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“I think it is a wise course for laborers to unite to defend their interests.... I think the employer who declines to deal with organized labor and to recognize it as a proper element in the settlement of wage controversies is behind the times.... Of course, when organized labor permits itself to sympathize with violent methods or undue duress, it is not entitled to our sympathy.”

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Author:William Howard Taft
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