And when any body of men in any community stands bravely for what is right, these men not merely serve a useful purpose in doing the particular task to which they set themselves, but give a lift to the cause of good citizenship throughout the Union.
Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of standing up for what is right in promoting good citizenship.
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I deeply appreciate your letter, and I realize to the full the heavy responsibility it puts upon me.
One of the chief principles for which I have stood, and for which I now stand, and which I have always endeavored and always shall endeavor to reduce to action, is the genuine rule of the people.
Like all other good citizens, I accept the result with entire good humor and contentment.
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