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Learned Hand sends Theodore Roosevelt that latest opinion regarding police power and highlights the judicial court is not at risk.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1911-12-15
President Roosevelt writes to George Otto Trevelyan, reflecting on his time as President and his decision to not seek reelection. Roosevelt admits that there are arguments for him to run for another term as president, but believes that the arguments against are stronger. Roosevelt is proud that while in the presidency he has fully used the powers available to him and acted as a strong central executive, and is gratified by the love that the population has for him. Once he leaves the presidency, Roosevelt plans to go on safari in Africa. He would like to visit England and see his friends there if he could do so as a private citizen without being forced to attend to diplomatic affairs, but if this is not possible he might just return to the United States.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-06-19
President Roosevelt is pleased to receive Frederic Harrison’s letter and has often considered the topic himself. As the end of his presidency nears, Roosevelt must square his desire to serve with the people’s fear of long running service leading to dictatorship. Ultimately, Roosevelt feels that he can retain the people’s belief in his sincerity by taking their fears into account, demonstrating that his actions have not been driven by a desire for power but by a “devotion to a high ideal” and the greater goal of putting an end to greed. He hopes Harrison will read Jeremiah Curtin’s recent book on the Mongols.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1907-12-18