Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
What is of really vital importance is that something should be accomplished, and that this something should be worthy of accomplishment.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

In "The Strenuous Life," Roosevelt stresses that the ultimate value lies in achieving worthy and significant accomplishments.

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