Harry Truman: “I have an idea that you have some notion of why I am here.”

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

It is my fervent hope as I leave the Office of the Presidency that recent reckless attacks which can destroy that great asset will subside and that we will continue to go forward in creating a skilled corps of men and women with a public…

The people of the United States have a very great asset in this force.

There is hereby established a medal to be known as the National Security Medal with accompanying ribbons and appurtenances.