We must counter the false promises of Communist imperialism with constructive action for human betterment.
Our friendship for the people of India and our traditional concern for human suffering impel us to take every reasonable step we can to alle...
It is important to the free world that the democratic institutions which are emerging in India be maintained and strengthened.
It is natural that the Indian people should turn to us for aid in meeting the threat of famine that now confronts them.
We cannot turn a deaf ear to India's appeal.
I am confident that the American people and their representatives in Congress will respond to this urgent call for help.
I have been gravely concerned about the interference with essential military and civilian railroad transportation.
Such a communication has not reached me.
It is essential that precautions be taken against recurrences of such threats to our national security.
I cannot understand what it is I am called upon to do?
I have directed the Secretary of the Army to take appropriate action immediately.