Teddy Roosevelt: “When we undertake the impossible, we too often fail to do anything at…”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900

When we undertake the impossible, we too often fail to do anything at all.

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Republican · New York

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In "The Strenuous Life," Roosevelt warns against the futility of pursuing unrealistic objectives, which can lead to complete inaction.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “When we undertake the impossible, we too often fail to do anything at all.”