Dec 27, 1950
I have recommended universal training, I think, seven or eight times.
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.
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Dec 26, 1950
I find such action to be practicable and desirable, in the interest of the national defense, and in the national interest.
Dec 23, 1950
Our thoughts and prayers go with all men regardless of race, creed, or nationality who share with us our hopes for peace and freedom in the times to come.
Dec 23, 1950
Many have forgotten the humble surroundings of the nativity and how, from a straw-littered stable, shone a light which for nearly 20 centuries has given men strength, comfort, and peace.
Dec 23, 1950
I am confident that with understanding and determination we shall move steadily toward these goals.
Dec 23, 1950
We should ask for courage, wisdom, for the quietness of soul which comes alone to them who place their lives in His hands.
Dec 23, 1950
I don't want to see a tavern or anything of the sort go on this corner where that church has been, and if I can prevent it, it is not going there.
Dec 23, 1950
On this day of prayer and religious dedication and for the coming New Year, I want also to extend to our friends in other lands the best wishes of the people of the United States and my own personal wishes on this holiday which has come to…
Dec 23, 1950
Let us pray at this Christmastime for the wisdom, the humility, and the courage to carry on in this faith.
Dec 23, 1950
I want to say to you that I never have a day when one duty constitutes all I have to do.
Dec 22, 1950
I hope that you have a most prosperous year, and that everything goes as well in the future chapters as it did in 1913.
Dec 21, 1950
I hope you will listen, and I hope you will do what I am asking you to do.
Dec 21, 1950
I am going to address you on Sunday afternoon, on Christmas and what I think it means, particularly this one.
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