Harry Truman: “In the circumstances, I have withheld approval of this bill, but I would gladly approve a measure with the objectionable…”

We have learned that the mark of a well-managed land lies in the care a Nation gives to its rivers.

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

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.

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…