State Historical Society of Iowa

“Hoover the Humanitarian!,” 1928

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The campaign literature contains information on Herbert Hoover's humanitarian efforts during World War I that was used during his presidential campaign in 1928. This pro-Hoover pamphlet focuses on his achievements in the mining industry and during World War I as food administrator for the federal government. 

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  • How do excerpted section support Herbert Hoover's legacy as a humanitarian? Cite textual evidence to support your answer.
  • Why would portraying Herbert Hoover as a humanitarian be a savvy political move for his presidential campaign?