Political Quotes

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There can be no offence heavier than that of him in whom such a sacred trust has been reposed, who sells it for his own gain and enrichment; and no less heavy is the offence of the bribe giver.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt condemns the betrayal of public trust by corrupt officials.

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