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FDR: “And with that inner strength that comes to a free people conscious of their duty, and conscious of the righteousness of…”

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And with that inner strength that comes to a free people conscious of their duty, and conscious of the righteousness of what they do, they will--with Divine help and guidance--stand their ground against this latest assault upon their democracy, their sovereignty, and their freedom.
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Democratic · New York

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Roosevelt expresses confidence in the American people's strength and righteousness in defending democracy.

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