Dwight Eisenhower actually said...

And for myself I say: I am proud that today I have been able to form a new personal, valuable friendship with you.

Toast to President Ruiz Cortines of Mexico at a Luncheon Before the Dedication of the Falcon Damon the Rio Grande

10/18/1953

More Dwight Eisenhower Quotes

The need for effective civil defense planning is still vital to our national welfare.

I continue to urge all Departments and Agencies to prepare for these exercises to the fullest extent possible.

National plans and preparations are of little value without active participation at local community levels.

Certainly, in that respect, I am your servant.