On the record
In my promises to you both before and after March 4th, I made two things plain: First, that I pledged no miracles and, second, that I would do my best.
Source
gutenberg.orgFDR: “In my promises to you both before and after March 4th, I made two things plain: First, that I pledged no miracles and…”
Editor's note · Context
Roosevelt emphasizes his commitment to honesty and realistic expectations in his promises to the American people.
Share
More from FDR
Apr 4, 1945
It seems obvious that we will be more or less responsible for security in all the Pacific waters.
Apr 9, 1945
Possession of any mine or mines taken under this order shall be terminated by the Secretary of the Interior as soon as he determines that such possession is no longer required for the successful prosecution of the war.
Apr 9, 1945
The Secretary of the Interior is authorized and directed to take possession of any and all such mines.
Apr 9, 1945
All Federal agencies are directed to cooperate with the Secretary of the Interior to the fullest extent possible.
Other voices in this conversation
