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Washington was far too much of a patriot, had far too much love for his fellow-citizens, to try to teach them that they could govern themselves unless they could develop a sound and enlightened public opinion.
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Roosevelt reflects on George Washington's belief in the necessity of an informed citizenry for self-governance.
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