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Teddy Roosevelt: “In his turn the capitalist who is really a conservative, the man who has forethought as well as patriotism, should…”

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In his turn the capitalist who is really a conservative, the man who has forethought as well as patriotism, should heartily welcome every effort, legislative or otherwise, which has for its object to secure fair dealing by capital, corporate or individual, toward the public and toward the employee.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt calls for capitalists to support fair treatment of the public and employees, emphasizing patriotism and foresight.

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