Excerpts from the Press Conference
02/20/1941
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I know that the word 'planning' is not looked upon with favor in some circles.
I hereby exempt the said Harry F. Hawley from compulsory retirement for age for such time as may be deemed necessary, bu...
The American people rejoice with me in the liberation of your Capital.
I ask every American to share our available food by observing the rules of rationing and by cooperating with food mercha...