FDR: “The people of the United States will never forget how the other American Republics... rallied to our common defense.”

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.

The logic of events and our clear and pressing national interest must override our old party controversies.

It will recommend agricultural policies and advise Nations on their food and agricultural problems, but it will have no power to coerce or command.

I wish I had the power, just for this evening, to be present at all of these gatherings.