As a Christian I have no duty to allow myself to be cheated, but I have the duty to be a fighter for truth and justice.
For when a people is not willing or able to fight for its existence- Providence in its eternal justice has decreed that people's end.
The fantastic political and economic burdens imposed by that treaty have entirely disillusioned the German people and annihilated its belief in justice.
I will employ my strength for the welfare of the German people, protect the Constitution and laws of the German people, conscientiously discharge the duties imposed on me, and conduct my affairs of office impartially and with justice to everyone.