Woodrow Wilson, the 28th President of the United States, left a divisive legacy. His progressive policies, including the Federal Reserve System and graduated income tax, transformed American society. Yet, he also imposed segregation on federal agencies and signed the Espionage Act, infringing on civil liberties. Wilson's advocacy for internationalism led to the United States joining the League of Nations, but his failure to secure Senate ratification shattered his vision and contributed to the rise of isolationism. Despite his achievements, Wilson's legacy remains tainted by his racial views and the limitations of his idealism, leaving him a controversial figure in American history.
