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On the record
I wish to call the attention of the Congress to one question which affects our insular possessions generally; namely, the need of an increased liberality in the treatment of the whole franchise question in these islands.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt highlights the need for better treatment of franchise issues in U.S. territories.

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