Teddy Roosevelt: “Any feeling of special hatred toward these men is as absurd as any…”

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Any feeling of special hatred toward these men is as absurd as any feeling of special regard.

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Republican · New York

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Roosevelt argues against harboring special feelings towards wealthy individuals, whether positive or negative.

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Teddy Roosevelt: “Any feeling of special hatred toward these men is as absurd as any feeling of special regard.”