Herbert Hoover actually said...

Honorably discharged soldiers, sailors, and marines shall have five points added to their earned ratings in examinations for entrance to the classified service.

Context

Executive Order 5776—Amendment of the Civil-Service Rules Relating to Veterans' Preference

01/17/1932

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