Talk About Teddy - Theodore Roosevelt Podcast

Episode 29 - T.R. & the U.S. Constitution with Kermit Roosevelt III


Listen Later

Hosts Kurt Skinner & Larry Marple are joined by special guest, Kermit Roosevelt III to discuss his great-great grandfather, Theodore Roosevelt, and the U.S. Constitution. 

Professor Roosevelt discusses Theodore Roosevelt's views on social justice, his trust in the American people to govern themselves, and his progressive ideals. The conversation covers TR's belief in a powerful national government to address national issues, highlighting TR's legacy as a modern, democratic leader. Professor Roosevelt also elaborates on his 2022 book, 'The Nation That Never Was,' comparing TR’s progressive ideals with historical constitutional interpretations. 

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Talk About Teddy - Theodore Roosevelt PodcastBy roughridertr