Harry Truman: “I don't know of any necessity for that.”

The Constitution is a living force--it is a growing thing.

I do not. General MacArthur is in the Army, and on active duty, and if he has anything that is of use to the Defense Department, he ought to tell them so they can make use of it.

There is hereby established a medal to be known as the National Security Medal with accompanying ribbons and appurtenances.

The experience of this early period of public action showed that constant vigilance and competent professional guidance are essential to prevent irreparable losses.