On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
Let us further make it evident that we use no words which we are not prepared to back up with deeds, and that while our speech is always moderate, we are ready and willing to make it good.
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Emphasizing the credibility of national statements, Roosevelt insists that diplomatic language must always be supported by the willingness to act.
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