02436cam a22003013u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500009001051000035001142450066001492640051002153000047002663360026003133370026003393380036003655000031004015080029004325201530004615340045019916530014020366530042020508560042020925399UtSlPG20260610133138.0mcr n260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aD5011 aChurchill, Winston,d1871-194713aAn essay on the American contribution and the democratic idea 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2004  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2004-10-19  aProduced by David Widger  a"An Essay on the American Contribution and the Democratic Idea" by Winston Churchill is a political and philosophical discourse written in the early 20th century, reflecting the tumultuous period surrounding World War I. This essay explores America's role in promoting democracy both domestically and internationally, highlighting the contrast between American ideals and imperialistic practices of the time. The central theme discusses the American spirit characterized by idealism, democracy, and the necessity for a moral stance in global relations.  In this thoughtful analysis, Churchill examines the evolution of American democracy, emphasizing its roots in a belief in the virtue and power of ideas. He discusses significant historical moments, such as the Spanish-American War and U.S. foreign policy during Woodrow Wilson's presidency, and critiques American imperialist tendencies that diverged from democratic principles. Churchill argues for the importance of moral leadership and the promotion of self-determination, suggesting that true democracy is about mutual assistance among nations rather than exploitation. Additionally, he connects the American experience to international developments, advocating for a new world order based on democratic ideals that respect the rights of all nations. Overall, Churchill's essay underscores the belief that democracy is not only a domestic pursuit but a global mission that requires constant vigilance and moral integrity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aDemocracy  aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- United States40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5399