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The extraordinary industrial and commercial prosperity of Mexico has been greatly promoted by American enterprise, and Americans are sharing largely in its results.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt highlights the positive impact of American enterprise on Mexico's industrial and commercial growth.

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