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Teddy Roosevelt: “I should be sorry to see that; but I would a great deal rather see that than see us insist upon taking such a position…”

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I should be sorry to see that; but I would a great deal rather see that than see us insist upon taking such a position and refuse to provide the means which would make such a position other than a sham.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

He emphasizes the necessity of military readiness to support national claims and avoid appearing insincere.

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