Political Quotes

On the recordApril 16, 1929
The fact that the manufacture of these poppies gives employment to disabled ex-service men, in the hospitals and elsewhere, adds to the worthiness of the cause.
Said by
Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

Message Endorsing the Annual 'Buddy Poppy' Sale.

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