Teddy Roosevelt: “In either case the people who listen to and believe him are not to be…”

On the record

In either case the people who listen to and believe him are not to be excused, though they may be pitied.

Said by

Republican · New York

Source

Roosevelt reflects on the responsibility of the public to critically evaluate the promises made by politicians.

More from Teddy Roosevelt

Oct 13, 1912

I don’t know anything about who the man was who shot me to-night.

Nov 4, 1912

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

Nov 4, 1912

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

Oct 13, 1912

I have just been shot.

Other voices in this conversation

Teddy Roosevelt: “In either case the people who listen to and believe him are not to be excused, though they may be pitied.”