FDR: “What I seek is the highest possible batting average, not only for…”

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What I seek is the highest possible batting average, not only for myself but for the team.

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Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of aiming for a high success rate for himself and his administration.

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FDR: “What I seek is the highest possible batting average, not only for myself but for the team.”