Harry Truman actually said...

I should like to make your resignation effective July 1, 1945.

Letter Accepting Resignation of Frances Perkins as Secretary of Labor.

05/22/1945

More Harry Truman Quotes

That has been customary, of course, but the Canol project is a dead horse.

No, that's the first time I have had that suggestion.

It suits me all right, and I think it will be elected.

That matter has been discussed, and it is still in the hands of the Secretary of Labor.