Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 14, 1930
I am sure the sentiments expressed by Congress in this token are shared by the whole American people.
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Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

Remarks on Presenting a Special Congressional Medal to Colonel Charles A. Lindbergh.

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