Harry Truman actually said...

"I regard the proper education of our youth as a matter of paramount importance to the welfare and security of the United States."

"I am therefore convinced that the increases which have become necessary in other Federal expenditures present no valid reason for delaying Federal aid to education."

"I urge, in the strongest possible terms, the favorable consideration of your Committee and of the Congress."

"I hope that legislation for this purpose will soon be passed also by the House of Representatives."