In the long run, then, it depends upon us ourselves, upon us the people as a whole, whether this Government is or is not to stand in the future as it has stood in the past; and my faith that it will show no falling off is based upon my faith in the character of our average citizenship.
Roosevelt expresses his faith in the character of American citizens to uphold democracy.
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Like all other good citizens, I accept the result with entire good humor and contentment.
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