“You cannot extend the mastery of government over the daily life of a people without somewhere making it master of people's souls and thoughts.... Every step in that direction poisons the very roots of liberalism. It poisons political equality, free speech, free press, and equality of opportunity. It is the road not to more liberty but to less liberty.”
Quote by Herbert Hoover
Work
Herbert Hoover: Containing the Public Messages, Speeches, and Statements of the President
Herbert Hoover: Containing the Public Messages, Speeches, and Statements of the President is a scholarly compilation that includes a wide range of documents from Hoover's time in office. The book provides insight into his administration's policies and his approach to various issues, reflecting his role as the 31st President of the United States. more
Author
Herbert Hoover
Herbert Hoover, the 31st President of the United States, was born on August 10, 1874, and died on October 20, 1964. A distinguished engineer, businessman, and philanthropist, he served as the United States Secretary of Commerce and as the Director of the United States Food Administration during World War I. As President, Hoover implemented a series of policies aimed at alleviating the Great Depression, but his approach was widely criticized. more