Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
If the strong man has not in him the lift toward lofty things his strength makes him only a curse to himself and to his neighbor.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt cautions that a strong individual lacking noble aspirations becomes a detriment to himself and others.

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