FDR: “Hope springs eternal.”

We are absolutely un changed in our policy of two years ago, for immediate Filipino independence.

The coming victory of the United Nations means that they, and not their enemies, have power to establish the foundations of the future.

The logic of events and our clear and pressing national interest must override our old party controversies.

All sections of our population—labor, farmers, businessmen have shared and will share in the benefits which increased trade brings.