Political Quotes

Teddy Roosevelt: “We have not too many monuments of the past; let us keep every little bit of association with that which is highest and…”

On the record
We have not too many monuments of the past; let us keep every little bit of association with that which is highest and best of the past as a reminder to us, equally of what we owe to those who have gone before and of how we should show our appreciation.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt advocates for preserving historical monuments as a way to honor the past and remind future generations of their responsibilities.

Share

More from Teddy Roosevelt

Oct 13, 1912

I wish to say that the Progressive Party is making its appeal to all our fellow citizens without any regard to their creed or to their birthplace.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Oct 13, 1912

I don’t know anything about who the man was who shot me to-night.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation