“The handling of our forests as a continuous, renewable resource means permanent employment and stability to our country life. The forests are also needed for mitigating extreme climatic fluctuations, holding the soil on the slopes, retaining the moisture in the ground, and controlling the equable flow of water in our streams.”
Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
Work
Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: F.D. Roosevelt, 1935, Volume 4
The collection includes speeches, correspondences, and other official documents reflecting Roosevelt's administration during that year. more
Author
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Franklin D. Roosevelt was the 32nd President of the United States, serving for 12 years, the longest tenure in U.S. history. He led the nation through the Great Depression and World War II, implementing a series of reform measures known as the New Deal. more
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