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For this there is no remedy except for the United States to control and legislate for the interstate fisheries as part of the business of interstate commerce.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt argues for federal control over interstate fisheries as a necessary measure for effective management.

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