Session #65 · 1917–19

Speech #650234486

They viii brlig ideas in reference to indisttial alteratlons. their ideas regarding the health of the citizens will be hleightened . they viii give an impetus to a more real universal education . labor will rea li he dignified and not called digiied only by the sycophant pilitlcian . the wage increase will not he simply a bonus or var neasure. it viii lie something peratnent . and they will return a religious armiy seeking " the evidence of things not seen." for their proximity with death will reawaiken in thein the undeniable feeling best expressed. by the phrase Mankind is incurably religious." And when in my minds eye I see these hoys returning. having_ become older in age and wisdoin. having developed measires ainid thoughts. for better govermnt. more equality. greater comfort and happiness for the greater nunier. having a new life before them itil a new earth to live oln. after coining out ofa terrible nightimare such as a battle field in this war is. I see them coining back. a piwerful organization either to contend with or to assist its in right and pi:oper democratic government: They are lighting for democracy. and after vinning it they are going to insist that it l)e given theta. And they will insist upon just such measures "as is here advocated. namely. the free distribution of books of instuctions to new citizens. the establishment of schools to make Americans not only naturalized but nationalized citizens. the compulsory taking.out of citizen papers. Read what the press have to say about slackers. also suggestions to fraine such a law as I have in mind. The NeNv York Globe believes thatTo allow slackers of our companion nations in arms to find refuge hire while their fellow men are giving their ill in the struggle for worl freedom is not doing our utmost for our allies.
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naturalized

Classification

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Sentiment
Positive
Stereotyping
No
Confidence
90%
Model
gemini-2.0-flash
Framing
Cultural enrichment Economic contributor

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Speech ID
650234486
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#4
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