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Teddy Roosevelt: “Thus the attempted solution of the complex problem by the ordinary methods of diplomacy reacts injuriously upon the…”

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Thus the attempted solution of the complex problem by the ordinary methods of diplomacy reacts injuriously upon the United States Government itself, and in a measure paralyzes the action of the Executive in the direction of a sound and consistent policy.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt warns that ineffective diplomatic methods can hinder U.S. government actions and policy consistency.

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