Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

"The Director shall discharge and perform his functions and duties under the direction and supervision of the President."

"The authority, functions, and duties of the Director shall not extend to the Western Hemisphere exclusive of the United States and Canada."

"Within the limits of such funds as may be made available to the Office of War Information, the Director may employ necessary personnel and make provision for the necessary supplies, facilities, and se..."

"The Committee on War Information Policy shall formulate basic policies and plans on war information."