Denison expresses her opposition to Addams's request to demand a referendum from President Wilson because of the current political climate in the U.S. and the need to build defense against Germany.
Denison sends Addams a letter from a woman who has criticized Addams. She will answer the letter for Addams, but believes it will be better coming from Addams.
Denison ask Addams to question Harriet P. Thomas as to the intentions of a letter she received. Denison explains that she feels she has been unfairly assigned work and feel pressured to join her organizations with others.