Dwight Eisenhower actually said...

"The need for our generous support of imperative Red Cross services continues."

"Because of its humanitarian purposes, the American Red Cross is close to the hearts of all who are concerned with the welfare of others."

"I am confident of a response that will do credit to the Federal service and be an important factor in the success of the Red Cross campaign."

"Optimism, I believe, is a capacity for looking toward the future with hope and enthusiasm."