Franklin Delano Roosevelt

born in 1882 AD; died in 1945 AD (age ~63)

one of the great American presidents


Quotes (About)

Few people appreciate the fact that when Presidents change, but not parties, there is no patronage at the disposal of the newcomer. President Roosevelt entered on his duties with one hundred and fifty thousand offices to distribute. Hoover had none.

  • by Willis J. Abbot
  • about Herbert Hoover, Franklin Delano Roosevelt