Harry Truman actually said...

You have absolutely disproved that maxim, that a prophet is not without honor save in his own country.

Remarks Upon Receiving an Honorary Degree From the University of Kansas City

06/27/1945

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No, I do not. I have talked enough about it. I made some remarks about it last night, if you remember.

They are the backbone of the Government of the United States.

I am very much pleased with the results.

That is the reason this Republic of ours will continue to endure--because we have innumerable young men just like these four, who stand out ...