Exploring the National Parks · Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Beyond conservation, Theodore Roosevelt's presidency saw significant advancements in national policy, including modernizing the Navy, completing the Panama Canal, and championing consumer protection. John highlights Roosevelt's role in advocating for fairness and consumer safety through legislation like the Federal Meat Inspection Act and the Pure Food and Drug Act.
“Nobody knows why he's up there. Which is crazy because he is the origin story of so many cool things. Not just conservation wise.”
“So he championed things like the Federal Meat Inspection Act. You know, you hear the name of that, the Federal Meat Inspection Act, and it makes you like, kind of cringe about what happened before.”
“He championed things like Osha.”