Political Quotes

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For in no way is the stability of property better assured than by making it patent to our people that property bears its proper share of the burdens of the State; that property is handled not only in the interest of the owner, but in the interest of the whole community.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This quote highlights the importance of property owners contributing to the community and the state.

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