Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

Diplomatic and consular officers shall conform with such regulations as may be prescribed by the Secretary of State regarding their place of residence during periods of assignment to Foreign Service posts.

Context

Executive Order 9431—Amending the Foreign Service Regulations of the United States

03/19/1944

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