Harry Truman actually said...

He would support Canadian action as second best if an early commencement on the joint development does not prove possible.

Joint Statement Following Discussions With Prime Minister St. Laurent of Canada.

09/27/1951

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It has been customary.

That's nothing new.

Oh yes, I have a pile of recommendations.

I shall continue to have those conferences whenever I feel like it, and they will continue to be off the record.