Political Quotes

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I would willingly pass them by without comment, did I not fear that my silence might be construed into an acceptance of their truth.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt articulates his concern that silence on unreliable historical accounts might imply acceptance of their validity.

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