On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
Right here let me make as vigorous a plea as I know how in favor of saying nothing that we do not mean, and of acting without hesitation up to whatever we say.
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From a speech on national character and foreign policy, this emphasizes the importance of matching words with deeds.
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