Theodore Roosevelt actually said...

"In my judgment no American industry will be hurt, and many American industries will be benefited by the proposed action."

"It is earnestly to be hoped that we will complete in the same spirit the record so well begun, and show in our dealings with Cuba that steady continuity of policy which it is essential for our nation ..."

"I ask for her certain special economic concessions in return; these economic concessions to benefit us as well as her."

"The granting of reciprocity with Cuba is a proposition which stands entirely alone."