Harry Truman actually said...

"Well, if it becomes absolutely necessary, I wouldn't object to the return to wartime food rationing; but that situation has not yet arrived, and I hope it will not be necessary."

"I think you had better attend the meeting. That's the best way to find out."

"If they were joining the progressive Democrats to put over some of my measures, I would be very happy to have them help."

"The statement made by the Navy is not in line with the facts."