A voluntary deed by a man impressed with the sense of responsibility and brotherhood of man is infinitely more precious to our national ideals and national spirit than a thousandfold poured from the Treasury of the Government under the compulsion of law.
Address to the Annual Convention of the American National Red Cross.
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But beyond platforms and measures there lies that sacred realm of ideals of hopes and aspirations, those things of the spirit, which make the greatness and the soul of the Nation.
I feel very proud of that tribute, and I appreciate very much the attitude of the press about it.
These are our objectives and with unceasing effort, with courage and faith in Almighty God, they will be attained.
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