“We cannot recognize, hold official relations with, or give friendly reception to the agents of a government which is determined and bound to conspire against our institutions; whose diplomats will be the agitators of dangerous revolt...”

About Bainbridge Colby

Politician • American

Bainbridge Colby was an American lawyer, politician, and a key figure in the Progressive movement. He served as a member of the New York State Assembly and later co-founded the Progressive Party with Theodore Roosevelt....