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They were men of affairs, accustomed to deal with other men; and they understood that few questions of real moment can be decided on their merits alone.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “They were men of affairs, accustomed to deal with other men; and they understood that few questions of real moment can…”
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Roosevelt emphasizes the practical nature of decision-making among influential leaders.
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