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We must present democracy as a force holding within itself the seeds of unlimited progress by the human race.
Essentials to Peace (1953)
I have done my best, and I hope I have sown some seeds which may bring forth good fruit.
Essentials to Peace (1953)
I am certain that a solution of the general problem of peace must rest on broad and basic understanding on the part of its peoples.
Essentials to Peace (1953)
If we proceed in this manner, there should develop a dynamic philosophy which knows no restrictions of time or space.
Essentials to Peace (1953)
Discussions without end have been devoted to the subject of peace, and the efforts to obtain a general and lasting peace have been frequent through many years of world history.
Essentials to Peace (1953)
In America we have not suffered the destruction of our homes, our towns, and our cities. We have not been enslaved for long periods, at the complete mercy of a conqueror.
Essentials to Peace (1953)
I recognize that there are bound to be misunderstandings under the conditions of wide separation between your countries and mine. But I believe the attitude of cooperation has been thoroughly proven.
Essentials to Peace (1953)
We have walked blindly, ignoring the lessons of the past, with, in our century, the tragic consequences of two world wars and the Korean struggle as a result.
Essentials to Peace (1953)
The points I have just discussed are, of course, no more than a very few suggestions in behalf of the cause of peace. I realize that they hold nothing of glittering or early promise, but there can be no substitute for effort in many fields.
Essentials to Peace (1953)
A very strong military posture is vitally necessary today. How long it must continue I am not prepared to estimate, but I am sure that it is too narrow a basis on which to build a dependable, long-enduring peace.
Essentials to Peace (1953)