Harry Truman
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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.
Oct 20, 1952
I think it is very important to our country that we elect Adlai Stevenson President of the United States.
Oct 20, 1952
The Democratic Party doesn't propose to let the country plunge into a depression to let 500 greedy people make a million dollars.
Oct 20, 1952
Seldom have I seen a more cynical appeal to the voters than that the Republican Party is making this year.
Oct 20, 1952
He is really talking sense to the American people—as he said he would.
Oct 16, 1952
But today, after 20 Democratic years, nearly all Americans are proud of their Government and of the economic system under which they live.
Oct 16, 1952
America is not weaker because of the admission of these displaced persons--it is stronger.
Oct 16, 1952
I am most regretful that I cannot be with you in person to attend this Mobilization Conference of the National Jewish Welfare Board.
Oct 16, 1952
I hope at the same time you'll send Jack Kennedy to the Senate to work with him.
Oct 16, 1952
Now, my friends, these are tremendous achievements--of which this generation may well be proud.
Oct 15, 1952
You're going to vote the Democratic ticket and elect Adlai Stevenson and John Sparkman President and Vice President of the United States.
Oct 15, 1952
It certainly ill behooves those of us who are left at home, with our families intact, to complain about the effect of the defense program on us.
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