Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 25, 1905
Now we know but one rivalry—the rivalry to see which of us can do the most for the flag of a united country.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Remarks to Members of the Grand Army of the Republic on Being Presented to the President in New Orleans, Louisiana

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