The quality of the people there. the magnificent system of education which has been established. and the readiness on the part of the Filipinos themselves to acquire a working knowledge of popular government have made them ready for independence politically. socially. and economically. In addition to the cause of independence presented by the people of the Philippine Islands themselves. there are other aspects of this problem that appeal to me as being of outstanding importance. First. the American farmer is urging protection from the unrestricted free entry of competitive Philippine products. Second. American labor is seeking protection from unrestricted immigration of Filipino laborers. especially at this time of widespread unemployment. I do not stress these reasons as being of paramount rank. Historic. moral. and other valid reasons for independence rightfully rank first.
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