Harry Truman: “I don't think any of the present program has been shelved.”

That is his duty. That is his duty.

We have discovered that the Constitution does not prevent us from correcting social injustice, or advancing the general welfare.

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

The decoration established by this order shall be awarded by the President of the United States or, under regulations approved by him, by such person or persons as he may designate.