This matter of lynching would be a terrible thing even if it stopped with the lynching of men guilty of the inhuman and hideous crime of rape; but as a matter of fact, lawlessness of this type never does stop and never can stop in such fashion.
Roosevelt argues that lynching is a dangerous practice that perpetuates lawlessness beyond its initial justification.
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I wish to say that the Progressive Party is making its appeal to all our fellow citizens without any regard to their creed or to their birthplace.
Like all other good citizens, I accept the result with entire good humor and contentment.
The American people by a great plurality have conferred upon you the highest honor in their gift.
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