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Teddy Roosevelt: “Into the woman’s keeping is committed the destiny of the generations to come after us.”

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Into the woman’s keeping is committed the destiny of the generations to come after us.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt emphasizes the crucial role of women in shaping future generations.

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