Answer: Who Said "I am for both the Man and Dollar"?

[Soaring Crane]

Who said this quote??

I'm taking American Government, and this week's topic focuses on political parties (doctrines). On the subject of liberalism, a quote was introduced for the credo of liberalism. "I am for both the man and dollar, but in case of conflict I am for the man." Who was the person that stated this? (If you don't know who, where can I find the answer? I tried an internet search but that was in vain.)

Thanks.

 

[Math Is Hard]

I am not sure this is exactly it, but according to this site (Looks like Alan Keyes' campaign site)
http://www.renewamerica.us/readings/lincoln.htm
Abe Lincoln wrote:
The democracy of today hold the liberty of one man to be absolutely nothing, when in conflict with another man's right of property. Republicans, on the contrary, are for both the man and the dollar; but in cases of conflict, the man before the dollar.

This might be a place to start...

 

[R0man]

Unfortunately, I am not able to provide a specific answer to this question as there are multiple individuals who have been attributed to saying this quote. Some sources attribute it to former US President Theodore Roosevelt, while others attribute it to former US President Woodrow Wilson. It is also possible that it was said by someone else entirely. The best way to find a more definitive answer would be to consult primary sources or reputable historical texts.