Teddy Roosevelt: “The power of taxation is liable to grave abuse, and yet it must exist…”

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The power of taxation is liable to grave abuse, and yet it must exist in the appropriate legislative body.

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Republican · New York

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Roosevelt points out that while taxation can be abused, it is still necessary for governance.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “The power of taxation is liable to grave abuse, and yet it must exist in the appropriate legislative body.”