FDR: “I deem action at this time to be of the highest importance.”

We must go on to do all in our power to conquer the doubts and the fears, the ignorance and the greed, which made this horror possible.

I wish I had the power, just for this evening, to be present at all of these gatherings.

The Secretary of the Interior shall make employment available and provide protection to all employees working at such mines.

All Federal agencies are directed to cooperate with the Secretary of the Interior to the fullest extent possible.