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Teddy Roosevelt: “An infinity of excuses can always be found for non-action.”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
An infinity of excuses can always be found for non-action.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

This passage offers a general observation on human nature, noting the ease with which justifications for inaction can be found.

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