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Teddy Roosevelt: “In part they develop the good qualities of those who join them; in part they do what is even more valuable, that is…”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
In part they develop the good qualities of those who join them; in part they do what is even more valuable, that is, simply give opportunity for the men or women to develop the qualities themselves.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt explains in "The Strenuous Life" that effective institutions not only cultivate good qualities but, more importantly, provide opportunities for individuals to develop themselves.

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