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FDR: At the very least, we can and should avoid any action, or any lack of action, which will encourage, assist or build up…

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At the very least, we can and should avoid any action, or any lack of action, which will encourage, assist or build up an aggressor.
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FDR
Democratic · New York

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This statement emphasizes the importance of avoiding actions that could empower aggressors.

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