1.08.2009
Herbert Hoover's Address to the Porto Rican Legislature
Check out this video of Herbert Hoover addressing the Puerto Rico legislature. The 31st U.S. President's visit to the Isle of Enchantment came in the midst of a deeping national depression, skyrocketing unemployment, and the forced 'repatriation' of people of Mexican heritage.
(Yes, Boriken was then officially 'Porto' Rico.)
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Gerry,
ReplyDeleteI just came upon your blog which I must say has humbled me. I have recently decided to write about Puerto Ricans and our experience as Americans. I must say I was feeling quite lonely and thought I was one of but a few. I am happy that is not so. I invite you to take a look at my blog and by all means give me your opinions and/or any advice you feel I can benefit from. I hope to increase my following in the hopes to make a dent in the awareness of Puerto Rico's plight.