Harry Truman actually said...

"In view of certain objections thereto, as explained more fully in the enclosed report and communications, I do not request at this time advice and consent to ratification of Convention (No. 71) concer..."

"Any such progress will benefit the competitive position of American seafarers and shipowners."

"Under the present Constitution of the Organization, no further action is required 'if on a recommendation no legislative or other action is taken to make a recommendation effective, or if the draft co..."

"I am convinced that such would be the result if the veto of this bill should be overridden."