Harry Truman: “Let me express my own appreciation, and also the thanks of the people of the United States for the hard, conscientious…”

It was suggested, and I decided that it wouldn't serve any good purpose, it would be just a piece of demagoguery; and that is what it turned out to be.

I wouldn't take any, now. It's a little late.

No, there's no reason for me to see him.

It is my fervent hope as I leave the Office of the Presidency that recent reckless attacks which can destroy that great asset will subside and that we will continue to go forward in creating a skilled corps of men and women with a public…