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Therefore in view of the scarcity not only of common labor, but of skilled labor, it becomes doubly important to train every available man to be of the utmost use, by developing his intelligence, his skill, and his capacity for conscientious effort.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt advocates for the training of individuals to maximize their contributions to society, especially in labor.

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