Political Quotes

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All that we can determine for ourselves is whether we shall meet them well or ill.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt reflects on the importance of how a nation responds to challenges, regardless of the outcomes.

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