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Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to James Kennedy

Letter from Theodore Roosevelt to James Kennedy

Theodore Roosevelt understands James Kennedy’s anger toward the “muck-raking press.” He believes “the muck-rakers stand on a level of infamy with the corruptionists in politics.” Regarding the presidential nomination, he reiterates his intention to stay out of the nominations and to support the nominee. He asks that “his friends” prevent any movements for his nomination.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1911-12-02