Harry Truman actually said...

"It is essential that the Commission which directs that system should be effectively organized to discharge its responsibilities."

"I have concluded that the proper action at this time is to concentrate in the Chairman the responsibility for the internal administration of the agency."

"The creation of a Department of Welfare represents a sound and much needed step in the improvement of Federal organization."

"Since the principal purpose of the National Security Council and the National Security Resources Board is to advise and assist the President and their work needs to be coordinated to the fullest degre..."