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The Road Away from Revolution
Woodrow Wilson · 1923
Woodrow Wilson's 1923 essay reflecting on political unrest and reform, published shortly before his death.
An essay written by Wilson himself near the end of his life, reflecting on political unrest after his presidency.
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What it is
This is an essay written by Woodrow Wilson, published in the Atlantic Monthly in August 1923. In it, Wilson reflects on the causes of global unrest and possible paths to reform, writing late in his life after leaving the presidency.
Why it matters
Written in Wilson's final year, this essay shows his continued concern with world affairs and political stability after his presidency ended. It offers a window into his thinking as he looked back on the turbulence of the postwar world he had helped shape.
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- What concerns does Wilson raise about the state of the world in 1923?
- How might his experiences as president have shaped the views expressed here?
- Why might a former president choose to publish his thoughts in a magazine rather than stay silent?
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