Political Quotes

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As a nation we not only enjoy a wonderful measure of present prosperity but if this prosperity is used aright it is an earnest of future success such as no other nation will have.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt expresses optimism about America's prosperity and its potential for future success.

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