Life — November 21, 1907 — page 10: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Political Commentary on President Roosevelt This page contains editorial commentary on President Roosevelt's political record, accompanied by decorative butterfly illustrations. The text discusses Roosevelt's role as a "political hero" and examines whether he has been an adequate president. The main critique focuses on Roosevelt's handling of forestry policy and his recent "panic" response to financial crises—the text suggests he "overdone some things" despite good intentions. The passage references his attempts to aid Secretary Taft and mentions disputes over Roosevelt's policies affecting New Jersey voters and Colonel Roosevelt himself. The piece appears skeptical of Roosevelt's legacy, questioning whether his interventionist approach ultimately helped or harmed the nation, while acknowledging his expertise and good intentions in various policy areas.