Harry Truman actually said...

I do not believe that the American people and the Congress wish to turn a deaf ear to the appeal of the Greek Government.

The seeds of totalitarian regimes are nurtured by misery and want.

If we falter in our leadership, we may endanger the peace of the world--and we shall surely endanger the welfare of this Nation.

Greece is in desperate need of financial and economic assistance to enable it to resume purchases of food, clothing, fuel and seeds.