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I wish to see the Nation stand for the peace of justice, for the righteousness in the attainment of which peace is normally a potent instrument, but for which we must stand, whether peace comes or not.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “I wish to see the Nation stand for the peace of justice, for the righteousness in the attainment of which peace is…”
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Roosevelt articulates the need for the nation to stand for justice and righteousness, regardless of the presence of peace.
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