Neutrality, as a lasting principle, is an evidence of weakness.

Neutrality, as a lasting principle, is an evidence of weakness

The power that is supported by force alone will have cause often to tremble.

I am a straightforward man.

Your generous part in my liberation is taken by the world for the revelation of the fact, that the United States are resolved not to allow the despots of the world to trample on oppressed humanity.

I have to thank the People, the Congress, and the Government of the United States for my liberation.