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Interview with New York Times, May 14, 1915

Addams discusses the sinking of the Lusitania but remains firm that the United States should avoid joining the war.

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Speech in Carmel, CA. July 25, 1928 (summary)

Addams argues that public opinion is key to ending war.

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Next Steps Toward World Peace, July 10, 1928 (excerpts)

Addams argues that the best way to secure peace is to rally public opinion.

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Speech to the Hyde Park Young Men's Christian Association, March 18, 1928 (excerpts)

Addams argues that people believe that war is inevitable but that it can be stopped. The speech was made before the Hyde Park Young Men's Christian Association.

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Speech to the Hyde Park Young Men's Christian Association, March 18, 1928 (excerpts)

Addams argues that people believe that war is inevitable but that it can be stopped. The speech was made before the Hyde Park Young Men's Christian Association.

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Jane Addams at 68, July 13, 1928

An article detailing Addams' views on war and her biographical background.

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Statements on Youth, December 8, 1925 (excerpts)

Addams urges for communication between generations and asserts that World War I might be responsible for present conditions.

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Address of Miss Jane Addams before Resolutions Committee, Democratic National Convention, June 24, 1932

Addams asks the Democratic National Convention to adopt ap peace plank that includes participation in the League of Nations, global disarmament, the cancelling of war debts, and recognition of the Government of the Soviet Union.

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Speech to the Toronto Branch of the WILPF, June 26, 1924 (excerpts)

Addams talks about patriotism and the end of the war.

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What Did the World Gain by the World War, July 1, 1924

Addams provides her opinion on what World War I caused.

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Interview with Jane Addams, August 30, 1923 (excerpts)

Addams gives an interview after landing in Hawaii discussing peace in Europe, and other topics.

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If I Had It to Do Again, What Would I Do Differently, June 19, 1929

Addams reflects on her settlement work at a meeting of the National Federation of Settlements Conference.

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The Settlement as a Way of Life, July 1929

Addams reflects on her career at the National Federation of Settlement Conference. The speech was given on June 19, 1929 and published in Neighborhood in July.

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Statement on Moral Conditions in Europe, September 30, 1921

Addams argues that Europe's moral slump is due to wartime problems.

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Statement of the American Commission on Ireland, October 29, 1920

The Commission announces its intent to investigate conditions in Ireland with a hope that America can intervene on the side of peace.

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How Has Man Benefited in a Quarter Century?, December 27, 1925

Addams answers a prompt about changes in the last 25 years by discussing the impact of war.

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How Has Man Benefited in a Quarter Century?, December 27, 1925

Addams answers a prompt about changes in the last 25 years by discussing the impact of war.

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Remarks on Ethical Responses to Contemporary Problems, ca. 1925

Addams argues that the abolition of war is the ethical problem facing the current generation.

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Peace and Bread: The Witness Borne by Women, February 25, 1922

Addams discusses the work that the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom has done since World War I to foster peace.

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Peace and Bread: President Wilson's Policies, January 28, 1922 Also known as Peace and Bread: Personal Reactions During the War, January 28, 1922

Addams discusses United States foreign policy and pacifism during World War One.

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The Threat of World Starvation, January 12, 1922

Addams discusses the European relief effort and the role the the United States should play. The speech was given at the 51st Kansas Agricultural Convention in Topeka.

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The Threat of World Starvation, January 12, 1922

Addams discusses the European relief effort and the role the the United States should play. The speech was given at the 51st Kansas Agricultural Convention in Topeka.

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Lecture to the Henry George Association, October 29, 1903 (excerpts)

Addams urges universal disarmament of nations, and the substitution of moral influence for war.

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Newer Ideals of Peace, February 28, 1902 (excerpt)

Addams answers questions from the audience about efforts to prevent war or national competition. The speech was given to the Daughters of the Revolution.

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Jane Addams to Stanley Ross Linn, December 3, 1917

Addams seeks to discourage Linn and his wife from volunteering in a more active role in the war.

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On the Moral Effect of the War, September 30, 1914

Addams speaks on the impact that war will have on social welfare activity.

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Starvation and War, June 12, 1917

The Wall Street Journal criticizes Addams for sentimental peace talk that works against the effectiveness of the blockade.

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Speech at the Cort Theater, March 5, 1915 (excerpts)

Addams denounces the newly formed American Legion as a project that could lead the United States into war and argues for conscious efforts to spread peace. The speech was made at the Cort Theater to the Woman's Peace Party on March 5.

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Speech at the Cort Theater, March 5, 1915 (excerpt)

Addams discussed the impact of war on women in a morning talk at the Cort Theater in New York.

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Constructive Peace, March 11, 1915 (excerpt)

Newspaper coverage of Addams' speech at Columbia University on building a constructive peace by influencing public opinion.

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Jane Addams to Rose Dabney Forbes, November 24, 1915

Addams sends her telegram asking her associates to urge Wilson to form a conference of neutral nations.

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Jane Addams to Edward Mandell House, November 23, 1915

Addams describes the services a Conference of Neutral Nations would provide and why it is necessary at this time.

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Jane Addams to Eleanor Daggett Karsten, March 17, 1917

Addams tells Karsten that she agrees that peace workers should be willing to do Red Cross work if the need arises.

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Jane Addams to Paul Underwood Kellogg, February 7, 1917

Addams speculates regarding small European neutral countries making statements on the war.

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Jane Addams to Lillian D. Wald, May 12, 1916

Addams discusses the impact of the presidential election on peace talks.

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Arthur Young to Jane Addams, January 14, 1916

Young admires Addams' stances on World War I.

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Jane Addams to Walter Lowrie Fisher, November 11, 1915

Addams lists several points of concern against the war and the issue of "preparedness" to Fisher.

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Peace and Bread: 1. A Speculation on Bread-Labor and War-Slogans, December 31, 1921

Addams discusses the causes and implications of the Russian Revolution and Civil War.

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The Attack on War, September 18, 1921

Addams provides reasons for disarmament as a means to better the economy, reduce unemployment and taxes, and improve international relations. The speech was given at the Eccleston Guildhouse in London and then published.

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Disarmament and Life, September 18, 1921

Addams provides reasons for disarmament as a means to better the economy, reduce unemployment and taxes, and improve international relations. She gave the speech at the Eccleston Guildhouse in London on September 18, 1921.

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Jane Addams to the Editor of the New York World, January 6, 1921

Addams praises the World for its promotion of disarmament.

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Address on International Arbitration, ca. 1927

Addams discusses the role of international courts and organizations in avoiding war and settling disputes.

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Address on international arbitration, ca. 1927

Addams discusses the role of international courts and organizations in avoiding war and settling disputes.

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Jane Addams et al. to Woodrow Wilson, October 29, 1915

Addams explains to Wilson that making preparations for war, while maintaining neutrality, would damage the United States' international reputation.

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Liquor and Bayonet Charges, October 14, 1915

Addams discusses her statement on soldiers using stimulants before engaging in battle and the reaction that followed. Addams likely made the statement a few days before the article was published.

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How to Feed the World, February 13, 1919

Addams' address to the American Women's Victory Dinner uses the end of the war to urge for greater international collaboration to ensure food supplies. The speech was given at the Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, DC.

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How to Feed the World, February 13, 1919

Addams' address to the American Women's Victory Dinner uses the end of the war to urge for greater international collaboration to ensure food supplies. The speech was given at the Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, DC.

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Address on the League of Nations, February 11, 1919

Addams addresses the Great Lakes Congress of the League to Enforce Peace, arguing for the importance of international cooperation after the war. The meeting was held in Chicago.

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