Harry Truman actually said...

"It is vital that a sound permanent organization of housing activities be established at the earliest possible date in order to insure that housing functions will not be scattered among numerous agenci..."

"I again recommend the early enactment of this legislation."

"The provision of adequate housing will remain a major national objective throughout the next decade."

"By reason of the reorganizations made by the Plan, I have found it necessary to include therein provisions for the appointment of (1) an Administrator to head the Housing and Home Finance Agency, (2) ..."