Harry Truman actually said...

I have been showing them--the Republicans are on the run.

Rear Platform Remarks in Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri

10/29/1948

More Harry Truman Quotes

Our purpose is to restore peace.

It is a meeting of Americans who put the welfare of their country first.

I have, therefore, relieved General MacArthur of his commands and have designated Lt. Gen. Matthew B. Ridgway as his successor.

General MacArthur's place in history as one of our greatest commanders is fully established.