In this way it is possible to exercise a powerful influence toward the substitution of considerate action in the spirit of justice for the insurrectionary or international violence which has hitherto been so great a hindrance to the development of many of our neighbors.
Roosevelt believes that promoting justice and consideration can replace violence in international relations.
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The American people by a great plurality have conferred upon you the highest honor in their gift.
I want every labor man, every labor leader, every organized union man, to take the lead in denouncing crime or violence.
The fate of the leader for the time being is of little consequence, but the cause itself must in the end triumph, for its triumph is essential to the well-being of the American people.
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