Quote by Theodore Roosevelt

Rhetoric is a poor substitute for action, and we have trusted only to rhetoric. If we are really to be a great nation, we must not merely talk we must act big.

Rhetoric is a poor substitute for action, and we have truste

Summary

This quote emphasizes the limitations of relying on persuasive speech (rhetoric) without taking tangible actions. It suggests that simply talking about ambition and greatness is not enough for a nation to truly succeed. Instead, it proposes that true greatness lies in translating words into meaningful actions. By urging people to "act big," the quote calls for immediate efforts and tangible achievements, suggesting that talk alone can only go so far in achieving national greatness.

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