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The price of our Government bonds in the world's market, when compared with the price of similar obligations issued by other nations, is a flattering tribute to our public credit.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt comments on the favorable position of American government bonds in the global market as a sign of public credit strength.

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