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It is a problem demanding the best thought, the utmost patience, the most earnest effort, the broadest charity, of the statesman, the student, the philanthropist; of the leaders of thought in every department of our national life.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt calls for thoughtful and charitable efforts from various leaders to address societal issues.

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