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William Howard Taft

I do not know much about politics, but I am trying to do the best I can with this administration until the time shall come for me to turn it over to somebody else.

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William Howard Taft admits that his knowledge of politics is limited, yet he is making an honest effort to manage the government effectively. He also acknowledges that his time in office is temporary and that eventually, someone else will take over.

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