Teddy Roosevelt said "It is well to gather here to show that we remember what has been done in the past by the Western pioneers of our people, and that we glory in the greatness for which they prepared the way." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

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It is well to gather here to show that we remember what has been done in the past by the Western pioneers of our people, and that we glory in the greatness for which they prepared the way.

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Teddy Roosevelt

Republican · New York

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Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring the contributions of Western pioneers.

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