Harry Truman actually said...

"That matter has been discussed, and it is still in the hands of the Secretary of Labor."

"It suits me all right, and I think it will be elected."

"No, that's the first time I have had that suggestion."

"By virtue of the authority vested in me as President of the United States and as Commander in Chief of the Army and Navy, I hereby order that East Executive Avenue in the District of Columbia be reope..."