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Any man who takes part in the work of such an organization is benefited to some extent and benefits the community to some extent—of course, always with the proviso that the organization is well managed and is run on a business basis, as well as with a philanthropic purpose.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt discusses the mutual benefits of participating in well-managed organizations, emphasizing the importance of effective management in philanthropic efforts.

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