Political Quotes

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These are the men who fear the strenuous life, who fear the only national life which is really worth leading.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt criticizes those who shy away from the challenges of life, asserting that a meaningful national life requires embracing the strenuous path.

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