Question

Read the excerpt.

"It is also vandalism wantonly to destroy or to permit the destruction of what is beautiful in nature, whether it be a cliff, a forest, or a species of mammal or bird. Here in the United States, we turn our rivers and streams into sewers and dumping-grounds, we pollute the air, we destroy forests, and exterminate fishes, birds and mammals -- not to speak of vulgarizing charming landscapes with hideous advertisements. But at last it looks as if our people were awakening.”

Theodore Roosevelt,
Letter at Hill's Studio, 1903

What key principle of Theodore Roosevelt's presidency is reflected in his quote from Hill's Studio, 1903?

his commitment to environmental conservation
his advocacy for strong global environmental policies
his support of industrial growth for economic support
his attempt to reduce government regulation on food production

Answer 1

his commitment to environmental conservation

Roosevelt championed conservation—protecting forests, waterways, wildlife and establishing national parks, forests, and wildlife refuges as core parts of his presidency.