Harry Truman: “They also must have the ability to persuade people to do what they do not want to do and like it.”

I believe that the report is of great value.

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

I feel the Committee has done a thorough job of investigation and I wish to call your attention to these suggestions, some of which, I am sure, would be helpful.

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.