Harry Truman actually said...

"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."

"I trust that with the passage of the Portal-to-Portal Act, relieving the business community of a heavy burden of doubt, the Congress will now turn to a re-examination of minimum wage standards."

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

"I am, yes. Very much disturbed about it."