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I do not think such sneers are justified; but you are peculiarly liable to such sneers, and therefore you should be peculiarly careful to walk so as not to be suspected of deserving them.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “I do not think such sneers are justified; but you are peculiarly liable to such sneers, and therefore you should be…”
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Roosevelt advises young people to be mindful of their behavior to avoid criticism and maintain their integrity.
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