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Teddy Roosevelt: They had that love of country, that love of justice, that love of their fellow-men, without which power and resourceful…

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They had that love of country, that love of justice, that love of their fellow-men, without which power and resourceful efficiency but make a man a danger to his fellows.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

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This statement emphasizes the importance of love for country and justice as essential qualities for effective leadership.

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