Others point to his restriction of civil liberties during the war, his treatment of women suffragists, and racism as evidence that Wilson should not be considered a champion for democracy. For this discussion post, take a position on Wilson’s legacy- should he be considered a champion for democracy or not?

Answer the following prompt:

The legacy of Woodrow Wilson’s presidency is perhaps one of the most debated by historians. Some historians argue that he was a champion for democracy and his efforts to secure a more equitable world in the aftermath of WWI demonstrates his commitment to world peace.

Others point to his restriction of civil liberties during the war, his treatment of women suffragists, and racism as evidence that Wilson should not be considered a champion for democracy. For this discussion post, take a position on Wilson’s legacy- should he be considered a champion for democracy or not?

Reference material from the three sources provided. These are examples of the way the professor would like you to cite (McPherson article, pg. 26) (Lecture Lesson Module Two, The American West) (Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. DuBois on Black Progress). Source 1: http://www.americanyawp.com/text/21-world-war-i/