Older men declare war. But it is the youth that must fight and die.

— Herbert Hoover

Older men declare war. But it is youth that must fight and die.

— Herbert Hoover

Once upon a time my political opponents honored me as possessing the fabulous intellectual and economic power by which I created a worldwide depression all by self.

— Herbert Hoover

One civilization after another has been wrecked upon the attempt to secure sufficient leadership from a single group or class.

— Herbert Hoover

Peace can be contributed to by respect for our ability in defense.

— Herbert Hoover

Peace can be promoted by the limitation of arms and by the creation of the instrumentality for peaceful settlement of controversies. But it will become a reality only through self-restraint and active effort in friendliness and helpfulness.

— Herbert Hoover

Peace is not made at the council table or by treaties, but in the hearts of men.

— Herbert Hoover

Prosperity is just around the corner.

— Herbert Hoover

Public health service should be as fully organized and as universally incorporated into our governmental system as is public education. The returns are a thousand-fold in economic benefits, and infinitely more in reduction of suffering and promotion of human happiness.

— Herbert Hoover

Thank God she doesn't have to be confirmed by the Senate.(on the birth of his granddaughter)

— Herbert Hoover