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Quote by Woodrow Wilson

“I want the people to love me, but I suppose they never will.”

Quote by Woodrow Wilson

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The Wilson reader

The Wilson Reader is a curated collection that brings together a selection of writings by Wilson, encompassing various subjects and themes. It provides readers with a comprehensive view of the author's thought process and intellectual contributions across different domains. more

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Woodrow Wilson was the 28th President of the United States, known for his foreign policy during World War I and his efforts at the Paris Peace Conference. He advocated for the New Freedom policy and had a deep academic background in history, politics, and economics. more

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Book:Woodrow Wilson: Selections for Today

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