Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

We can provide for the orderly development of our resources and the provision of needed facilities for our people.

The list of public works submitted by the President in the Budget Message would, of course, be wholly advisory.

The National Resources Committee submits a six-year program, based on selection and priority of public works.

I have suggested a permanent planning agency under the Chief Executive in order that, among other things, all public works proposals may fil...