Dwight Eisenhower actually said...

I recommend that aeronautical and space science activities sponsored by the United States be conducted under the direction of a civilian age...

The National Aeronautics and Space Agency should be given that authority which it will need to administer successfully the new programs unde...

I urge that the Congress give prompt consideration to the draft legislation and that it be enacted at the earliest possible date.

The vigorous program contemplated will depend not only on adequate legislative authority but also on adequate financial support.