How we cite our quotes: (Sentence)
Quote #1
No other nation is willing and able to provide the necessary support for a democratic Greek government. (30)
How did we get to the point where no one else was able to help Greece? What was going on with the rest of the world that was stopping them from stepping in and doing something to help?
Quote #2
We have condemned in the past, and we condemn now, extremist measures of the right or the left. We have in the past advised tolerance, and we advise tolerance now. (45-46)
What are some specific examples of what Truman is referring to? How is this an example of the U.S. being responsible? Can you think of an example where the U.S. condemned something thought to be "extremist," only to learn acceptance or tolerance later?
Quote #3
In helping free and independent nations to maintain their freedom, the United States will be giving effect to the principles of the Charter of the United Nations. (79)
That seems like a very responsible and admirable thing to do, don't you think? But isn't there some other reason for the U.S. helping these countries besides racking up good karma points with the UN Charter?
Quote #4
The free peoples of the world look to us for support in maintaining their freedoms. (106)
Wait—what? How? Why? When did this become our job?
Quote #5
I am confident that the Congress will face these responsibilities squarely. (109)
This is the very end of the speech. Why is Truman so confident that Congress will respond? What has he said, how has he said it, and what has he done to make sure Congress will react to these "responsibilities" so positively?