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Teddy Roosevelt: “These are the qualities which are fundamental, which should be shown by the man who has to do with public life; and do…”

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These are the qualities which are fundamental, which should be shown by the man who has to do with public life; and do not forget that each one of you here has to do his share in governing this commonwealth.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt outlines essential qualities for those involved in public life and governance.

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