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The one hope for success for our people lies in a resolute and fearless, but sane and cool-headed, advance along the path marked out last year by this very Congress.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

He expresses hope for progress through a calm and determined approach to governance.

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