Harry Truman actually said...

"I believe that, in the interest of the economic stability of our Nation, it is essential to clarify this matter by statute."

"I am convinced that immediate amendment of the Act to provide a minimum of at least 65 cents an hour is necessary."

"The Portal-to-Portal Act should end this uncertainty with respect to claims of still undetermined magnitude."

"If those effects prove to be detrimental to the maintenance of fair labor standards for our workers, I shall request the Congress to take prompt remedial action."