Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

"The real decision to be made in these circumstances is not the acceptance of a nomination, but rather an ultimate willingness to serve if chosen by the electorate of the United States."

"I hereby further exempt the said William M. Smith from compulsory retirement for age for a period of one year ending October 31, 1941."

"He wishes in all earnestness and sincerity to make it clear that all the delegates to this Convention are free to vote for any candidate."

"Peres D. Ziegler may be appointed to a position as rural letter carrier in the Postal Service without compliance with the requirements of the Civil Service Rules."