Teddy Roosevelt: “A good American never owes anything that he does not seek to repay.”

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A good American never owes anything that he does not seek to repay.

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Republican · New York

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Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of integrity and responsibility in American citizenship.

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Nov 4, 1912

Like all other good citizens, I accept the result with entire good humor and contentment.

Oct 13, 1912

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Oct 13, 1912

I want every labor man, every labor leader, every organized union man, to take the lead in denouncing crime or violence.

Nov 4, 1912

I congratulate you thereon.

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