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Theodore Roosevelt

Presidential Library

Pillar Principles, Mission, Vision, & Values

Like us, T.R. faced enormous social, technological, and political upheaval in his own time. In such eras of adversity, we must be brave. We must get into the arena. T.R.'s life equips us with a map to become leaders, citizens, and conservationists as we face any challenges that lie ahead.

Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library

PILLAR PRINCIPLES

Citizenship | Leadership | Conservation

MISSION

Explore T.R.’s life, legacy, and enduring relevance.

VISION

Inspire action and fearless participation in the arena.

VALUES

Dare Greatly | Think Boldly | Live Passionately | Care Deeply

Leadership

T.R. was a natural-born leader. Whether as police commissioner or President, T.R. always sought not only to participate in public life, but to lead, fuel progress, and create precedent. His blend of courage and compassion made him a model leader for his time and generations to come.
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Conservation

Theodore Roosevelt is often considered the "conservationist president." In the North Dakota Badlands, Roosevelt is remembered with a national park that bears his name and honors the memory of the original conservationist.
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Citizenship

Theodore Roosevelt was an endlessly motivated public servant. The wide range of roles and titles he held throughout his life is a testament to his unflagging commitment to service. Never one to sit on the sidelines, T.R. was well and truly the man in the Arena.
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