The Duties of American Citizenship - Theodore Roosevelt

By Theodore Roosevelt

Release Date: 2018-05-13

Genre: History

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In this speech, a young Theodore Roosevelt describes what he believes are the key principles to good citizenship. In addition to emphasizing ethical behavior, Roosevelt takes a firm stance on the necessity of engaging in politics and voting. He states unflinchingly, β€œThe people who say that they have not time to attend to politics are simply saying that they are unfit to live in a free community.” To be β€œa good American citizen,” Roosevelt says one must boldly engage with the issues our nation faces today, and in doing so, shape its future.  

The Duties of American Citizenship - Theodore Roosevelt

By Theodore Roosevelt

Release Date: 2018-05-13

Genre: History

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In this speech, a young Theodore Roosevelt describes what he believes are the key principles to good citizenship. In addition to emphasizing ethical behavior, Roosevelt takes a firm stance on the necessity of engaging in politics and voting. He states unflinchingly, β€œThe people who say that they have not time to attend to politics are simply saying that they are unfit to live in a free community.” To be β€œa good American citizen,” Roosevelt says one must boldly engage with the issues our nation faces today, and in doing so, shape its future.  

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