Political Quotes

On the recordMay 23, 1902
I am sure, my fellow citizens, that you welcome the chance which brings it about that this embassy of the French people should come to our shores.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

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Remarks at the Unveiling of the Rochambeau Statue in Washington, DC

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