Theodore Roosevelt, as a believer in white superiority, was a man of his times. But he grew as a political leader and as a person. He brimmed with contradictions. He once considered American Indians to be "savages" but invited chiefs to ride in his inaugural parade.
Theodore Roosevelt, as a believer in white superiority, was a man of his times. But he grew as a political leader and as a person. He brimmed with contradictions. He once considered American Indians to be "savages" but invited chiefs to ride in his inaugural parade.
Long Island University Announces Winners of Theodore Roosevelt Public Speaking Contest
High School Students Awarded Prizes and Scholarships for Winning Presentations on Why President Theodore Roosevelt Matters in the 21st Century
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BROOKVILLE, N.Y., May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The Roosevelt School at Long Island University (LIU), in partnership with the Theodore Roosevelt Association, announced today the winners of the annual Theodore Roosevelt Public Speaking Contest. Submissions from exceptional high school students across the nation were narrowed down to the top 10 finalists, who went on to compete in the virtual finals. The finalists delivered live presentations on Why Theodore Roosevelt Matters in the 21