It is a great victory, my friends, for the people.

I do not feel elated at the victory--I feel overwhelmed with the responsibility.

It is a great responsibility which you have given me.

I can't begin to thank the people who are responsible for the Democratic Party winning this great election.

I am going to do the very best I can to carry out the Democratic platform, as I promised to do in my speeches over this country.

Now, since you have given me that responsibility, I want every single one of you to help carry out that responsibility, for the welfare of this great Republic, and for the welfare and peace of the world at large.

I want to inform you, Mr. Mayor, that protocol goes out the window when I am in Independence.

And we have a Congress now, and I am sure we will make some progress in the next 4 years.

I can't tell you how very much I appreciate this turnout to celebrate a victory--not my victory, but a victory of the Democratic Party for the people.

I trust the people, because when they know the facts, they do the right thing.

When you vote, you are in control of your Government.

I believe that the Constitution, which rightly protects property, is still more deeply pledged to protect human rights.

I believe in a free America--strong and undivided.

I believe with all my heart and soul that Almighty God has intended the United States of America to lead the world to peace.

And now, my fellow citizens, the future welfare of our country is in your hands.

They know, just as well as I do, that unchecked inflation can lead to a depression.

I never sit on a fence.

Now jobs are hunting for people.