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As long as public plunderers when detected can find a haven of refuge in any foreign land and avoid punishment, just so long encouragement is given them to continue their practices.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

He warns that allowing corrupt individuals to escape justice encourages further corruption.

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