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The forests of the White Mountains and Southern Appalachian regions should also be preserved; and they can not be unless the people of the States in which they lie, through their representatives in the Congress, secure vigorous action by the National Government.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt calls for the preservation of forests in specific regions, highlighting the need for government action.

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