Each group of men has its special interests; and yet the higher, the broader and deeper interests are those which apply to all men alike; for the spirit of brotherhood in American citizenship, when rightly understood and rightly applied, is more important than aught else.
Roosevelt argues that while specific groups have distinct concerns, the overarching principle of brotherhood among citizens transcends individual interests and is paramount.
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