Political Quotes

Harry Truman: “That freedom is given to permit the flexibility and latitude needed in present day activities.”

On the recordJune 29, 1949
That freedom is given to permit the flexibility and latitude needed in present day activities.
Said by
Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

Editor's note · Context

Letter to Jess Larson on the Signing of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949

Share

More from Harry Truman

Jan 19, 1953

I am happy to join with you in the recognition of the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of the Federal Civil Service merit system.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 18, 1953

Members of the armed forces of the United States who are awarded the decoration established by this order are authorized to wear the medal and the ribbon symbolic of the award, as may be authorized by uniform regulations approved by the…

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 18, 1953

We have learned that the mark of a well-managed land lies in the care a Nation gives to its rivers.

presidency.ucsb.edu
Jan 18, 1953

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

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation