Harry Truman: “Yes, I have had several women under consideration for Ambassadors to several countries, but I am not ready to make an…”

It was suggested, and I decided that it wouldn't serve any good purpose, it would be just a piece of demagoguery; and that is what it turned out to be.

There is hereby established a medal to be known as the National Security Medal with accompanying ribbons and appurtenances.

The ultimate responsibility is mine in any event.

I feel the Committee has done a thorough job of investigation and I wish to call your attention to these suggestions, some of which, I am sure, would be helpful.