Herbert Hoover actually said...

"I do say that I consider some such program essential in the public interest, and that the carrying out of such a program does not admit of delay."

"I am glad to announce that the Governor of Missouri has informed me that the State of Missouri is completing its organization to care for its unemployed."

"The following States in addition to Missouri have indicated their ability to undertake their own problem: Rhode Island, Indiana, Michigan, Connecticut, Illinois, New York, California, West Virginia, a..."

"The erection of this great structure at this time has been a contribution to the maintenance of employment and is an exhibition of courage and confidence to the whole Nation."