Franklin Roosevelt actually said...

"It will not destroy legitimate business or wholesome and productive investment."

"I find that the facts do not appear to be such as to warrant further investigation in accordance with Section 3 (e) of said Act."

"In cases of emergency the Secretary of State is authorized in his discretion to waive passport and visa requirements for a non-immigrant alien."

"I hereby prescribe the following documentary requirements for aliens desiring admission into the United States."