Political Quotes

Teddy Roosevelt: “For example, there will ultimately be need of enlarging the powers of the Interstate Commerce Commission along several…”

On the record
For example, there will ultimately be need of enlarging the powers of the Interstate Commerce Commission along several different lines, so as to give it a larger and more efficient control over the railroads.
Said by
Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt discusses the future need for expanding the powers of the Interstate Commerce Commission for better control of railroads.

Share

More from Teddy Roosevelt

Nov 4, 1912

The American people by a great plurality have conferred upon you the highest honor in their gift.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Nov 4, 1912

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

presidency.ucsb.edu
Oct 13, 1912

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

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation