Political Quotes

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
Nor is there the least chance of its being broken, provided only that all of us alike act with full recognition of the vital need that each should realize that his own interests can best be served by serving the interests of others.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt asserts that enduring international friendship depends on each nation recognizing that its own interests are best served by contributing to the welfare of others.

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