Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
Yet without sympathy, without fellow-feeling, no permanent good can be accomplished.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This quote emphasizes the fundamental role of empathy and shared sentiment as prerequisites for achieving lasting positive change in any endeavor.

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