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Teddy Roosevelt: “Let them exercise this great power not only honestly and bravely, but with wise insight into the needs and fixed…”

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Let them exercise this great power not only honestly and bravely, but with wise insight into the needs and fixed purposes of the people, so that they may do justice and work equity, so that they may protect all persons in their rights, and yet break down the barriers of privilege, which is the foe of right.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

He urges judges to act justly and equitably for the benefit of all citizens.

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