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Teddy Roosevelt: “Not merely must each of us strive to do his duty; in addition it is imperatively necessary also to establish a strong…”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
Not merely must each of us strive to do his duty; in addition it is imperatively necessary also to establish a strong and intelligent public opinion which will require each to do his duty.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

In a speech advocating for national strength and individual responsibility, this passage highlights the importance of public opinion in upholding duty.

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