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This applies alike to the deliberate demagogue, to the exploiter of sensationalism, and to the crude and foolish visionary who, for whatever reason, apologizes for crime or excites aimless discontent.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “This applies alike to the deliberate demagogue, to the exploiter of sensationalism, and to the crude and foolish…”
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Roosevelt critiques various figures who contribute to societal unrest by justifying or excusing crime.
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