Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924 [Excerpt from speech at Pittsburg, Pennsylvania on October 24, 1914]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC05508.267 Author/Creator: Wilson, Woodrow, 1856-1924 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Typed document signed Date: 24 October 1914 Pagination: 1 p. 17.1 x 15.4 cm Order a Copy
Wilson expresses support for the YMCA. He is impatient with those who think the purpose of Christianity is to help individuals develop their character. He prefers people devote themselves to aiding others, and good character will result as a by-product. Wilson sees aiding others as the real purpose of Christianity.
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