Harry Truman: “We are gradually approaching what is necessary, and if it becomes necessary for that to come about, it will.”

The decoration established by this order shall be awarded by the President of the United States or, under regulations approved by him, by such person or persons as he may designate.

I have great faith and confidence in our civil servants.

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

The course of action you recommend has my approval.