Japan lies to the east of China and is in such a position as to necessitate immediate steps to prepare against meeting the same fate as that which has befallen the Chinese. As soon as England achieves its design in China, it will most certainly direct its military might eastward. If we take the initiative, we can dominate. If we do not, we will be dominated. And this last sentence is often quoted. If we take the initiative, we can dominate. If we do not, we will be dominated.