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Teddy Roosevelt: “But, while recognizing most clearly all above set forth, it remains our clear duty to strive in every practicable way to…”

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But, while recognizing most clearly all above set forth, it remains our clear duty to strive in every practicable way to bring nearer the time when the sword shall not be the arbiter among nations.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of striving for peace among nations rather than resorting to war.

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