I know of no more important subject to the peace of Europe and the world than the reasonable reduction of armaments, especially in Europe, and of naval armaments throughout the world.

Competition in armament, both land and naval, is not only a terrible burden upon the people, but I believe it to be one of the greatest menaces to the peace of the world.

I have often heard it said that the United States is isolated and is not interested in European affairs. I assure you that this is not the case.

I do not hesitate to say that the limitation on naval craft between the great naval powers was too high.

Public opinion shapes our destinies and guides the progress of human affairs.

It is not to be expected that human nature will change in a day.

I know of no more important subject to the peace of Europe and the world than the reasonable reduction of armaments, especially in Europe, and of naval armaments throughout the world.