May 2, 1952
Gentlemen, the eyes of the Nation are upon you as you meet here in the White House today.
Harry Truman
The Public Record
Harry S. Truman was the 33rd President of the United States, serving from April 12, 1945, to January 20, 1953. A member of the Democratic Party, he assumed the presidency after the death of Franklin D. Roosevelt. Truman is known for his decisive leadership during the final months of World War II, including the controversial decision to use atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, which contributed to Japan's surrender. He also played a significant role in the early stages of the Cold War, implementing the Truman Doctrine to contain communism and establishing NATO.
presidency.ucsb.edu
May 2, 1952
I have said many times that the idea of Government operation of the steel plants is thoroughly distasteful to me.
May 2, 1952
I do not want the Government to have to fix terms and conditions of employment.
May 2, 1952
Now, gentlemen, I have never felt as strongly about anything as I do about this situation.
May 2, 1952
For 7 years, from April 12, 1945, until now, I have spent my whole time trying to keep this country out of a third world war.
May 2, 1952
I didn't send for you just to make a speech. I sent for you for action and, gentlemen, I want it.
May 2, 1952
First, it is absolutely necessary, for the safety of the country, that steel production must continue during the emergency.
May 1, 1952
I also request you to meet with me in my office at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 3, 1952.
May 1, 1952
I therefore request you, as a loyal American, to do everything you can to restore the steel plants to full operation as quickly as possible, in order that we may obtain the steel we must have for our national safety.
Apr 30, 1952
The present organization of the District government is the product of almost 50 years of piecemeal, planless growth.
Apr 30, 1952
He said he found Mr. Oatis in good health, that he had had a recent haircut and had had some dental work done.
Apr 30, 1952
We can't answer that question until we have the final decision. It may require legislation. We'll see.
Apr 30, 1952
This plan will enable the Board of Commissioners of the District of Columbia to bring about a basic simplification and improvement of the government of the District of Columbia.
Apr 30, 1952
Local self-government is both the right and the responsibility of free men.
Apr 30, 1952
I strongly believe that the citizens of the District of Columbia are entitled to self-government.
Apr 30, 1952
I have had no official communication on the subject, so I can't comment on it.
Apr 30, 1952
The denial of self-government does not befit the national capital of the world's largest and most powerful democracy.
Politicians like Harry Truman
