Teddy Roosevelt: “Action in their interest is demanded by every consideration of justice…”

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Action in their interest is demanded by every consideration of justice and humanity.

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Republican · New York

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This quote underscores Roosevelt's call for action in support of marginalized communities based on principles of justice and humanity.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “Action in their interest is demanded by every consideration of justice and humanity.”