Teddy Roosevelt: “Our energies, as a rule, can be employed to much better advantage in…”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900

Our energies, as a rule, can be employed to much better advantage in uplifting some than in pulling down others.

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Republican · New York

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From his collection of essays, this quote advocates for constructive efforts to uplift individuals rather than destructive actions against others.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “Our energies, as a rule, can be employed to much better advantage in uplifting some than in pulling down others.”