Political Differences Between Wilson And Lodge

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The political differences between Wilson and Lodge, Wilson’s long-standing resentment toward Lodge, and Wilson’s refusal to include Republicans in America’s party at the peace conference in Paris are three reasons why the Treaty was not ratified in America. Wilson and Lodge were at odds politically. Wilson was very intent on what he wanted the Treaty of Versailles to be, while Lodge and other reservationists had proposed several changes. “Epilogue: The Legacy of the League” states, “The longstanding bitterness and political differences with Lodge ensured this his ideas would be severely scrutinized even before they reached the table” (34). As a result, instead of attempting to compromise, Lodge was shut down instantly by Wilson whenever he proposed any ideas, and Republicans felt shut out as a result. The refusal to add reservations to the treaty ultimately is what led to losing two-thirds of America’s vote to pass the treaty. …show more content…
In terms of political successes, The League settled a dispute over contested islands in Sweden and Finland. Second, in terms of social success, The League also brought attention to issues on child labor and created the International Labour Organization in 1919. The International Labour Organization’s constitution states, “Moved by sentiments of justice and humanity as well as by the desire to secure the permanent peace of the world…” (para. 4). This demonstrates their main mission, which is a commitment to their continued social success. A final economic success of the League of Nations was providing financial aid to refugees and states in need. The League may have been a failure in the end, but did have some triumphs on their way
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