State of the Union Addresses by Theodore Roosevelt

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Author Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Title State of the Union Addresses
Note Reading ease score: 48.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "State of the Union Addresses" by Theodore Roosevelt is a collection of presidential addresses delivered during the early 20th century. This compilation showcases Roosevelt's political rhetoric and policy proposals while also providing a historical account of his presidency from 1901 to 1908. The addresses reflect on significant events, societal issues, and the state of the nation during a transformative period in American history. The opening of this collection sets a somber tone as Roosevelt addresses the assassination of President McKinley, reflecting on the impact of this tragedy on the nation and its implications for democracy. Roosevelt emphasizes the threat posed by anarchism and the moral responsibility of the government to protect its leaders and the principles of popular sovereignty. He advocates for stringent measures against anarchists to safeguard national stability. Furthermore, the beginning outlines the current social and economic conditions, with a focus on maintaining business confidence and addressing the complexities of industrialization and wealth distribution in America. Roosevelt's speeches serve to unify the nation during a time of grief while laying the groundwork for a progressive agenda and more robust governmental oversight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class J: Political science
Subject Presidents -- United States -- Messages
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- Sources
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EBook-No. 5032
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 2, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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