Herbert Hoover comments on US foreign policy in San Francisco speech

The speaker addresses the Women's National Republican Club, emphasizing a desire for peace and clarifying that the U.S. does not seek war. However, the speaker stresses that the U.S. will defend its independence with all its strength if necessary. The policy is to avoid military involvement in foreign conflicts and not participate in economic sanctions or boycotts aimed at other nations' wars.

What does the speaker express about the desire for war?

How does the speaker suggest the American people should respond to the threat of war?

What is the significance of the phrase 'fight for our independence' in the context of the speech?

What is the speaker's stance on military force in relation to other people's wars?

What does the speaker imply about economic sanctions or embargoes?