Herbert Hoover actually said...

As I have publicly stated, one of the largest factors that can be [p.397] brought to bear is that of the energetic yet prudent pursuit of public works by the Federal Government and state, municipal, and county authorities.

Context

Telegrams to Governors Urging Stimulation of Public Works To Aid the Economy.

11/22/1929

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