Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
In the Philippines let us remember that the spirit and not the mere form of government is the essential matter.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

From an address on American foreign policy, emphasizing the substance over the structure of government in the Philippines.

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