I know that an audience composed as this audience is of men who either themselves fought or whose fathers fought in the Civil War, appreciate to the full the sound national policy (if I may use the vernacular) of never bluffing unless you mean to make good.
Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of sincerity and resolve in national policy, especially in military matters.
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Like all other good citizens, I accept the result with entire good humor and contentment.
The American people by a great plurality have conferred upon you the highest honor in their gift.
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