“There is something to be said for government by a great aristocracy which has furnished leaders to the nation in peace and war for generations; even a democrat like myself must admit this. But there is absolutely nothing to be said for government by a plutocracy, for government by men very powerful in certain lines and gifted with the money touch, but with ideals which in their essence are merely those of so many glorified pawnbrokers.”
Quote by Theodore Roosevelt
Work
The days of Armageddon, 1900-1914
This book explores the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to the outbreak of World War I between 1900 and 1914. more
Author
Theodore Roosevelt
Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States, serving from 1901 to 1909. A progressive leader, he is known for his advocacy of the conservation movement, expansion of federal government regulation, and efforts to improve the lives of American citizens. more
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