I think Teddy Roosevelt is overrated. His run for a third term (actually second term to be elected) was what prompted Pres. Taft to run against him. Taft hated being president and knew he probably wouldn't win. But Roosevelt had become such a liability that he believed his greatest service to his country was to insure that his former friend would not be elected. Of course, we got Woodrow Wilson instead, but Roosevelt had gotten dangerous.
I think Teddy Roosevelt is overrated.Here for a thread that contains similar thoughts from ole Nicollo: Worst President Ever
I do disagree with this, from your post:
Taft hated being president and knew he probably wouldn't win.