The "Fourteen Points" can best be characterized as
A. a blueprint for a punitive peace that would prevent any resurgence of German aggression.
B. a pragmatic list of specifics undergirding Wilson's desire to mediate an end to the war.
C. an idealistic vision for a world order freed of selfish nationalism, imperialism, and war.
D. a code of moralistic guidelines for future diplomatic practice.
Answer: C
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