Pop Quiz: Identify this politician

1. I have five children, the oldest of whom serves in the armed services.

2. Although I am a Republican, I battle against entrenched business special interests.

3. I am less than 45 years old, and have been nominated to be vice president of the United States -- even though I have served fewer than two years as the governor of my state.

4. I love the outdoors, I hunt and fish, and I am a member of the National Rifle Association.

Have you heard of me before this year?
My name is Theodore Roosevelt. Skeptical?

1. Five kids:

• Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. 1887-1944, served in the infantry in WWI
• Kermit Roosevelt, 1989-1943, served in the Army in WWI
• Ethel Roosevelt Derby, 1891-1977, served in the Red Cross in WWI
• Archibald Roosevelt, 1894-1979, served in both WWI and WWII
• Quentin Roosevelt 1897-1918, died in the line of duty in WWI

2. Teddy joined the GOP in 1880. He dissolved at least 40 monopolies and trusts.

3. He was 42 when elected vice president in 1900 -- DOB of 10-27-1858

4. T.R. was a lifetime member of the NRA.
Special thanks to YostPost regular Rob Schuler for suggesting the comparison.