Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 10, 1905
Therefore it is a fine thing to see men who have taken up a profession which calls for the exercise of very ounce of courage and coolness and prowess a man can have.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Remarks in Elmira, New York

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