Finally it should be the earnest wish and paramount aim of the military administration to win the confidence, respect, and affection of the inhabitants of the Philippines by assuring them in every possible way that full measure of individual rights and liberties which is the heritage of free peoples, and by proving to them that the mission of the United States is one of benevolent assimilation substituting the mild sway of justice and right for arbitrary rule.
William McKinleyThe American flag has not been planted on foreign soil to acquire more territory but for humanity's sake.
William McKinleyThe people of this country want an industrial policy that is for America and Americans.
William McKinleyStrong hearts and helpful hands are needed, and, fortunately, we have them in every part of our beloved country.
William McKinley