Harry Truman actually said...

The Constitution should follow the flag wherever it goes, and trials should be conducted as we usually conduct them in this country.

The President's News Conference

02/16/1949

More Harry Truman Quotes

Well, I appreciate that most highly.

May we also give thanks to Him for His constant watchfulness over us in every hour of national prosperity and national peril.

If ever I get in a contest on oratory, I shall wear it.

Any courtesies that we can extend to you, we will be glad to extend.