How we cite our quotes: (Intro, Line Number) (Point Number, Line Number) (Conclusion, Line Number)
Quote #1
What we demand in this war, therefore, is nothing peculiar to ourselves. It is that the world be made fit and safe to live in; and particularly that it be made safe for every peace-loving nation. (Intro.6)
Wilson draws a contrast between "peace-loving" nations and imperialists. It's hard to argue that the Allied Powers before 1914 were truly "peace-loving." But the winners are never the bad guys.
Quote #2
All the peoples of the world are in effect partners in this interest, and for our own part we see very clearly that unless justice be done to others it will not be done to us. (Intro.6)
Viewing the rest of the world as partners, rather than potential subjects? Priceless.
Quote #3
A free, open-minded, and absolutely impartial adjustment of all colonial claims, based upon a strict observance of the principle that in determining all such questions of sovereignty the interests of the populations concerned must have equal weight with the equitable claims of the government whose title is to be determined. (V.1)
This dream of decolonization didn't come to pass immediately. European powers maintained overseas land holdings for years afterwards. Womp womp womp.