FDR: “I can think of nothing more important to the permanent welfare of the Nation than long-time agricultural adjustment…”

I do know it will come, and I do know that tonight there are over seven and a half million Americans overseas or fighting afloat in this great war.

I recommend that the Congress authorize the acceptance of the Constitution and the participation of the United States in the work of the Food and Agriculture Organization.

The point in history at which we stand is full of promise and of danger.

That the President appoint a commission for these purposes.