Calvin Coolidge
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Calvin Coolidge was the 30th President of the United States, serving from 1923 to 1929. A member of the Republican Party, he was known for his quiet demeanor and strong support for business and limited government. Coolidge's presidency is often associated with the economic prosperity of the Roaring Twenties, and he famously advocated for a hands-off approach to the economy, believing that government should interfere as little as possible in the lives of citizens and businesses.
The Federal Budget system had just been established and we met to dedicate our services to its successful operation and to reduce the cost of Government.
The Chief Executive may preach economy, but unless the people in the service practice it the preaching is in vain.
Economy in the cost of government is inseparable from reduction in taxes.
If there is one thing above all others that will stimulate business it is tax reduction.
It can not be too often emphasized that the property of this country belongs to the people of this country.
It reendows them not only with increased material but with increased spiritual values.
We are nearing the time when constructive economy in the business of government will not find a reflection in continuing lessening yearly outlays.
This shows concretely what has been accomplished by the joint effort of the executive and legislative branches of our Government.
We are seeking to let those who earn money keep more of it for themselves and give less of it to the Government.
I don't know of any developments regarding the [Potomac] bathing beach.





