Political Quotes

On the recordApril 27, 1930
We are in need of vigorous reorganization of the Border Patrol in order to consolidate various agencies so as effectually to prevent illegal entry of both aliens and goods.
Said by
Herbert Hoover
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

Special Message to the Congress Urging Enactment of Recommendations for Criminal Law Enforcement.

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