Harry Truman actually said...

We are building our military strength in the way best calculated to meet the military threat that confronts us.

Letter to the Speaker Transmitting the Budget for the Military Functions of the Department of Defense.

04/29/1951

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First, it is absolutely necessary, for the safety of the country, that steel production must continue during the emergency.

I didn't send for you just to make a speech. I sent for you for action and, gentlemen, I want it.

I want you to forget all your emotions now and sit here and see what you can do.

Now, gentlemen, I have never felt as strongly about anything as I do about this situation.