FDR: “That is the main thing that I saw on my trip around the country…”

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That is the main thing that I saw on my trip around the country-- unbeatable spirit.

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Roosevelt emphasizes the resilience and determination of the American people during his travels across the country.

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FDR: “That is the main thing that I saw on my trip around the country-- unbeatable spirit.”