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Did Rankin support the declaration of war on Japan in 1941?

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The answer is no. Rankin did not publicly endorse the declaration of war against Japan in 1941. He argued that the United States should remain neutral and focus on its domestic affairs. Instead, he focused on preparing the United States for war by increasing military spending and mobilizing the economy.
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