Harry Truman actually said...

The Administrator shall perform his duties subject to the direction, control, and coordination of the Director of Defense Mobilization.

Executive Order 10200—Establishing the Defense Production Administration

01/02/1951

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I urge ratification. I urge prompt ratification.

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