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We can enforce the provisions of the forest reserve law or of any other law only so far as the best sentiment of the community or the State will permit that enforcement.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “We can enforce the provisions of the forest reserve law or of any other law only so far as the best sentiment of the…”
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This quote illustrates Roosevelt's belief that the enforcement of laws relies heavily on community sentiment.
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