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FDR: In spite of spreading wars I think that we have every right and every reason to maintain as a national policy the…

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In spite of spreading wars I think that we have every right and every reason to maintain as a national policy the fundamental moralities, the teachings of religion and the continuation of efforts to restore peace--for some day, though the time may be distant, we can be of even greater help to a crippled humanity.
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FDR
Democratic · New York

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Roosevelt asserts the importance of maintaining moral values and efforts for peace despite ongoing wars.

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