Sen. Claude Swanson states opposition to cancellation of foreign debts to US

Governor Roosevelt discusses the U.S. stance on foreign indebtedness, emphasizing the Democratic platform's commitment against canceling foreign debt. He highlights the importance of adhering to this pledge and mentions the generous treatment of farm debtors in settlements.

What is the main topic discussed by Governor Roosevelt in the first section?

• The agricultural policies of the United States

• The domestic debt issues in the United States

• The foreign indebtedness view of the United States

• The economic policies of the United States

What stance does the Democratic platform take regarding foreign debt?

• Opposition to cashless cancellation of foreign debt

• Neutral stance on foreign debt issues

• Advocacy for cashless cancellation of foreign debt

• Support for increasing foreign debt

According to the Democratic platform, what should be done about the foreign debt?

• The pledge against cancellation should be obeyed

• It should be ignored

• It should be canceled

• It should be increased

How does the speaker describe the treatment of farm debtors?

• Strict and uncompromising

• Indifferent and neutral

• Generous and considerate

• Harsh and unforgiving

What is the focus of the final section regarding debt settlements?

• International trade agreements

• Generous dealings with farm debtors

• New tax policies

• Military spending