Political Quotes

On the recordFebruary 22, 1949
As long as people are interested in the welfare of the Government, as you are interested in it, I haven't any doubt as to its stability and its lasting power.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

Editor's note · Context

Remarks at a Savings Bond Drive Dinner.

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