Political Quotes

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It is incumbent upon every man throughout this country not only to hold up your hands in the course you have been following, but to show his realization that the matter is one which is of vital concern to us all.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt calls on all citizens to support the law and recognize the importance of addressing mob violence.

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