05/31/1945
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"I think it is slacking off very much. Very decidedly slacking off."
"I certainly was. I wrote him a letter and told him I hoped he would run, so of course I am pleased he decided to do it."
"I am sorry to say that I don't think the Congressman knows exactly what he is talking about."
"Yes he will. Of course he will. [Laughter]"