I ask that we scorn alike the base arrogance of the rich man who would look down on his poorer brother and the equally base envy of the poor man who would hate his richer brother; and that you apply to every citizen of this Republic just this one test—the test that gauges his worth as a man.
Roosevelt calls for mutual respect between the rich and poor, judging individuals by their character.
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I deeply appreciate your letter, and I realize to the full the heavy responsibility it puts upon me.
Character must show itself in the man's performance both of the duty he owes himself and of the duty he owes the State.
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