Harry Truman actually said...

Minnesota gave the Democratic ticket the thing that counts--11 votes in the electoral college--and I needed them in 1948.

Address at the Municipal Auditorium, Hibbing, Minnesota

10/27/1952

More Harry Truman Quotes

Our concern with the economic health of the world also extends to its underdeveloped regions.

These practices were a symptom of international anarchy.

We know that if we are to build a lasting peace in the world we must achieve three essential conditions.

And it has, up to date, and I think it will continue, at least for 3 1/2 years more.