Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
If managed in a spirit of patronizing condescension, or with ignorance of the desires, needs, and passions of those round about, little good indeed will come from them.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

From an essay on the strenuous life, this passage warns against the ineffectiveness of philanthropic efforts conducted with condescension or ignorance.

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