Political Quotes

On the recordOctober 15, 1931
The essential services of the Government must and will be maintained, but these are times when, with the large deficit facing the country, even meritorious projects can, must, and will be deferred.
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Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

Statement on Government Expenditures.

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