Author: cbanaszak@riponsociety.org

“We have a right to appeal to all good citizens who are far-sighted enough to see what the honor and the interest of the nation demand.” Letter accepting the nomination for Vice-Presidency September 15, 1900

“In addition to courage and honesty we need the saving grace of common sense, for without that a man will make but scant headway in the world.” Address at Boise, Idaho May 28, 1903

“Far more important than the candidate’s words is the estimate you are able to put upon the closeness with which his deeds will correspond to his words.” Campaign speech, New York City October 19, 1898

“The virtue that is worth having is the virtue that can sustain the rough shock of actual living; the virtue that can achieve practical results, that finds expression in actual life.” At New York State Bar Association Banquet January 18, 1899

“To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.” Kansas City Star May 7, 1918

“I ask you to help strike the note that shall unite our people. As a people we must be united. If we are not united we shall slip into the gulf of measureless disaster.” Before Knights of Columbus, New York City October 12, 1915

“In the long run the one vital factor in the permanent prosperity of the country is the high individual character of the average American worker.” Fifth Annual Message December 5, 1905

“Be practical as well as generous in your ideals. Keep your eyes on the stars but remember to keep your feet on the ground.” Address at Groton School May 24, 1904

Before Civil Service Reform Association, Baltimore February 23, 1889