Citizens Quote by Theodore Roosevelt
“The labor unions shall have a square deal, and the corporations shall have a square deal, and in addition, all private citizens shall have a square deal.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1905 Labor Union Address, Theodore Roosevelt, 1905
Fair treatment should be guaranteed equally for workers, businesses, and citizens.
In simple terms: Equal fairness for all groups.
Key Takeaway
Advocate balanced policies.
Themes
justice
equity
labor rights
Mood
principled
optimistic
Type
political
inspirational
When to use this quote
- business regulation
- government legislation
- public welfare
Key Concepts
economic policy
social contract
fairness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policies ensure fairness for both labor and corporations?
- What role should citizens play in maintaining balance?
A Different Perspective
Complex power dynamics can make true equality hard to achieve.
