Herbert Hoover actually said...

History will properly appraise your efforts for posterity--the commendation of your own consciences for today.

Message to Allied Jewish Relief Campaign Representatives.

03/08/1930

More Herbert Hoover Quotes

We cannot suspend the functioning of the Federal Government at such a time.

I spoke of the invitation which this Government has accepted to participate in the General Disarmament Conference which is to meet at Geneva...

I am transmitting herewith and I commend to the favorable consideration of the Congress a report on the subject from the Secretary of State ...

I send you renewed assurance of the nation's gratitude and devotion to your needs.