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Teddy Roosevelt: There is not the slightest excuse for one sincere worker looking down upon another because he chooses a different part…

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
There is not the slightest excuse for one sincere worker looking down upon another because he chooses a different part of the field and different implements.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

From "The Strenuous Life," this passage advocates for mutual respect among reformers, regardless of their chosen methods or areas of focus.

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