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If successful in the coming election they would either have to break faith, or else to do an act which would leave an indelible stain upon our national reputation for courage, and for good sense.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “If successful in the coming election they would either have to break faith, or else to do an act which would leave an…”
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Roosevelt warns that a successful election for his opponents would lead to a betrayal of national values and reputation.
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