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But neither can we accept the views of those whose only interest in the forest is temporary; who are anxious to reap what they have not sown and then move away, leaving desolation behind them.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “But neither can we accept the views of those whose only interest in the forest is temporary; who are anxious to reap…”
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This quote highlights Roosevelt's commitment to sustainable forestry and the dangers of exploitation for short-term gain.
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