Roosevelt in the Kansas City Star: War-time Editorials

These pieces bring Theodore Roosevelt’s unmistakable vigor to the pages of a Midwest daily during the height of the First World War. In a series of timely editorials, he tackles everything from military preparedness and the Liberty Loan to the role of women, the challenges of immigrants, and the politics of peace. The writing captures his characteristic blend of plainspoken energy and moral certainty, offering a spirited snapshot of the national debate in 1917‑1918.

An introductory essay by the paper’s managing editor sets the scene, explaining why a former president chose this platform to shape public opinion. Listeners will hear a historic voice grappling with war‑time anxieties, economic pressures, and the promise of a “square deal” for all citizens. The collection reveals how Roosevelt’s ideas on duty, industry, and citizenship resonated with everyday readers and continue to echo in today’s discussions of civic responsibility.