Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

"It was necessary for our Government in a time of such emergency to be in a position to bargain with other governments by means of energetic and decisive negotiations."

"Such an extension is highly desirable in the interest of our Nation."

"A policy designed to reduce the excessive trade barriers and to establish equality of trade rights is a powerful instrument of economic appeasement and stability."

"The reduction continues to be an essential requirement of a full and balanced economic recovery for our country."