Teddy Roosevelt: “I deem such legislation demanded not only by our interest but by our…”

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I deem such legislation demanded not only by our interest but by our honor.

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Republican · New York

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In this quote, Roosevelt emphasizes the necessity of legislation that aligns with both national interests and moral obligations.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “I deem such legislation demanded not only by our interest but by our honor.”