4 Theodore Roosevelt Quotes on Authority

Theodore Roosevelt quotes on authority

85. I took the Canal Zone and let Congress debate; and while the debate goes on, the canal does also.

94. Laws are essential emanations from the self-poised character of God; they radiate from the sun to the circling edge of creation. Verily, the mighty Lawgiver hath subjected himself unto laws.

107. People ask the difference between a leader and a boss. The leader leads, and the boss drives.

139. The canal was by far the most important action I took in foreign affairs during the time I was President. When nobody could or would exercise efficient authority, I exercised it.