LAD #28 Wilson's First Inaugural

Woodrow Wilson took office as a democrat which showed the shift from Republicans to Democrats. In his presidential address, Wilson acknowledged that Democrats now made up the majority of Congress. However, he stated that power within a political party is meaningless unless people use it to reform and carry out necessary changes that benefit the country. Wilson also recognized the problems that were facing the nation like the big businesses/corporations. These big businesses were taking advantage of the government's previous laissez-faire/pro-business policy and the society as a whole. The impact of the businesses on the people of America needed to be assessed and considered. During the address Wilson also mentioned his disapproval of an extensive tariff, taxation, as well as businesses overtaking the government and the people of the United States. Wilson put a specific emphasis on the need of social reform. He showed support for advances in sanitation and labor reforms. He finishes his address with the statement that this day should be a day that marks the dedication of the American people and Democratic party to a common cause.