Chapter 796 (1/2)

Some people say that the rise of the United States was due to the great wealth of war in World War I and World War II.

In fact, it is not entirely correct. As early as 1894, the GDP of the United States surpassed that of the United Kingdom. In 1911, the total industrial output value accounted for 36% of the world.

Germany ranked second with 16% and Britain with 15%, after which World War I broke out.

In fact, the rise of the United States has something to do with the war. The political system and inclusiveness, as well as the fact that the two wars were far away from home and brought in a lot of capital, these are the reasons why it is strong.

But it's a bit self deceptive to put it all down to ”war money.”.

As a matter of fact, it will never be decided whether the transportation of materials to the belligerent countries during the war is regarded as war wealth.

Take the World War II as an example. Without the support of American industry and resources, it is still uncertain whether Britain can survive until the United States enters the war.

In addition, the support of China and the United States in various aspects in the later period also played a key role.

At this moment, Li Zitao is on Capitol Hill, attending a special meeting in response to the outbreak of the Debo campaign.

Roosevelt said a lot at the meeting and used the burning of the Capitol in 1814 to persuade Congress to repeal the embargo.

”To tell you this is just a review of history, but if the United States continues to insist that this war has nothing to do with us, with people, freedom, and justice, terrible things will happen in the future.”

Both inside and outside Congress are watching this debate. Whether to abolish the embargo clause is closely related to everyone's life and security.

Negative people worry that doing so will drag America into the quagmire of war.

Those who hold the opinion in favor hold different opinions and have different reasons.

Some people want to seek business opportunities in the war, some think it is respect for the constitution, others think that the United States should take advantage of this opportunity to rise, and there are quarrels inside and outside Congress.

”The meeting will be suspended and the results will be announced in 40 minutes.” The noise of the scene was suppressed, and members gathered to discuss after changing seats, or walked in groups to the lounge.

Li Zitao also left from the back row, heading for the corridor where Roosevelt disappeared.

”Mr. President, you have just made a wonderful speech. I think members will agree with you.”

As soon as he arrived at the door of the rest room, Li Zitao heard a slightly familiar voice.

”I hear, John, that you have just finished your journey to Rome and have received the blessing of Pius XII?” Roosevelt said with a full, passionate smile.

”Yes, I had a good time communicating with the Pope. He was very kind. I learned a lot from him.” Said John Kendy.

”Roosevelt, my friend, is there anything interesting to share?” Li Zitao pushed open the half door and walked in with a smile on his face.

John Kendy's expression changed several times when he saw him.

Li Zitao seemed not to find all this, and nodded to him with a smile: ”Oh! Isn't this little John of the Kendy family? Well, have you finished your studies

”Almost. Thank you for your concern, Mr. Charlie.” John nodded coldly.