Political Quotes

Teddy Roosevelt: A man must be a good son, husband, and father, a woman a good daughter, wife, and mother, first and foremost.

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
A man must be a good son, husband, and father, a woman a good daughter, wife, and mother, first and foremost.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt emphasizes the primary importance of fulfilling family roles for both men and women.

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