Teddy Roosevelt: “In its essence, and viewed from the standpoint of abstract morality…”

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In its essence, and viewed from the standpoint of abstract morality, their attitude was that of the freebooter.

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Republican · New York

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Roosevelt characterizes the settlers' moral stance as akin to that of pirates, highlighting their aggressive pursuit of land.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “In its essence, and viewed from the standpoint of abstract morality, their attitude was that of the freebooter.”