Harry Truman actually said...

If we needed another billion and a half for the military budget, I would have asked Congress for it when I sent up the Budget Message.

The President's News Conference

03/30/1949

More Harry Truman Quotes

I trust the people, because when they know the facts, they do the right thing.

When you vote, you are in control of your Government.

And now, my fellow citizens, the future welfare of our country is in your hands.

I believe in a free America--strong and undivided.