Harry Truman actually said...

"Important as it is for Members of the Congress to have adequate clerical assistance, it is at least of equal importance to have men of ability in the key executive positions in the Government."

"The Congress has already recognized the need for greater compensation for other groups of Federal officers and employees, including the Members of Congress themselves."

"In the promotion of the general welfare, Federal employees should not be neglected."

"Such a process is obviously poor business and any apparent saving in funds for salaries is obviously a disservice to the taxpayers."