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Letter from Jessie A. Price to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Jessie A. Price to Theodore Roosevelt

While traveling, Jessie A. Price visited with a socialist family from Ohio who commented that the socialists in the state are fond of Theodore Roosevelt and were prepared to follow his advice during his visit. However, Roosevelt’s strong criticism of “the evils of socialism” caused them to “thr[o]w their votes away recklessly.” Price suggests Roosevelt reach out and “heal the breach” by commending socialism’s high ideals.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-02-21

Creator(s)

Price, Jessie A.

Letter from Jessie A. Price to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from Jessie A. Price to Theodore Roosevelt

Jessie A. Price provides her perspective on the political climate in America for Theodore Roosevelt. She believes that Democratic newspapers are trying to get Republicans to repudiate President William H. Taft to help their cause. Price urges Roosevelt to fight for unity within the Republican Party and not to cave to pressures from the Republican Progressive League. She believes that tariff reform is not immediately necessary, and that it would benefit businessmen if tariff changes were done slowly, with studies and time for public comment. She believes that a friendship between Roosevelt and Taft is important for the country’s future.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-02-08

Creator(s)

Price, Jessie A.