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Teddy Roosevelt: “Surely people who realize that such work ought to be done, and who realize also how exceedingly distasteful it would be…”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
Surely people who realize that such work ought to be done, and who realize also how exceedingly distasteful it would be for them to do it, ought to feel a sense of the most profound gratitude to those who with whole-hearted sincerity have undertaken it, and should support them in every way.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

In "The Strenuous Life," Roosevelt urges public gratitude and support for individuals who undertake challenging but vital community work.

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