When World War 1 began President Wilson wanted the US to remain neutral because of the nation?

When World War I began, President Woodrow Wilson aimed for the United States to remain neutral to preserve peace and avoid the costly consequences of foreign entanglements. He believed that neutrality would allow the U.S. to act as a mediator and maintain its democratic values without being drawn into the conflict. Additionally, the diverse population of the U.S. meant that involvement in the war could exacerbate internal divisions and dissent among different ethnic groups. Ultimately, Wilson's vision of neutrality was challenged by various factors, leading to U.S. involvement in 1917.