On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
The man who will not fight to avert or undo wrong is but a poor creature; but, after all, he is less dangerous than the man who fights on the side of wrong.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “The man who will not fight to avert or undo wrong is but a poor creature; but, after all, he is less dangerous than the…”
Editor's note · Context
In a speech advocating for a vigorous national life, this quote distinguishes between those who avoid conflict and those who actively perpetuate injustice.
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