I consider it most auspicious that the Government of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics should have selected as its first Ambassador to this country not only one of its most distinguished citizens but also one whose friendly feelings for this country are well known.
Remarks Welcoming the Ambassador of the U.S.S.R.
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The point in history at which we stand is full of promise and of danger.
I wish I had the power, just for this evening, to be present at all of these gatherings.
I do know it will come, and I do know that tonight there are over seven and a half million Americans overseas or fighting afloat in this great war.
We are absolutely un changed in our policy of two years ago, for immediate Filipino independence.
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