Insurance is especially important under present circumstances when our system of protection against floods is so incomplete.
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.
Now, gentlemen, I have never felt as strongly about anything as I do about this situation.
I do not want the Government to have to fix terms and conditions of employment.
I have said many times that the idea of Government operation of the steel plants is thoroughly distasteful to me.
I didn't send for you just to make a speech. I sent for you for action and, gentlemen, I want it.
Gentlemen, the eyes of the Nation are upon you as you meet here in the White House today.
I want you to forget all your emotions now and sit here and see what you can do.
First, it is absolutely necessary, for the safety of the country, that steel production must continue during the emergency.
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,...
I also request you to meet with me in my office at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 3, 1952.