Americanism is a question of principle, of idealism, of character. It is not a matter of birthplace, or creed, or line of descent.
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Then get busy and find out how to do it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Take action and seek solutions to achieve your goals.
This quote by Theodore Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of taking initiative and actively pursuing one's goals. Instead of waiting for opportunities to come or hoping for success, it encourages individuals to engage proactively in finding ways to achieve their aspirations, highlighting a strong work ethic and determination as key components of success.
Themes
ActionInitiativeDeterminationSuccessGoal
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to inspire young professionals.
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