Inaugural Address of Herbert Hoover, March 4, 1929

    Courtesy of Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum, Hoover, Herbert, 4 March 1929

    Description 

    Newly-elected Herbert Hoover outlines his plans for his presidency in his inaugural address in 1929. His speech included speaking about the enforcement of the 18th amendment, which would be the prohibition of alcoholic beverages by declaring the production, transport and sale of alcohol illegal. He also spoke about the relationship between business and the government and what role the United States will play in world events. 

    Full Transcript of President Herbert Hoover's Inaugural Address

    Transcribed Excerpts from President Herbert Hoover's Inaugural Address

    Source-Dependent Questions

    • How would you characterize Herbert Hoover’s philosophy on the relationship between business and government? Support your answer using the document.
    • Predict the impact of this relationship on Hoover’s response to the depression using evidence from his address.
    • Based on this first speech as president, predict how Hoover will respond to the Great Depression when it begins later on in 1929. Refer to specific passages from the text in your prediction.

    Citation Information 

    Hoover, Herbert, 4 March 1929. Courtesy of Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum

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