1One of the chief virtues of a democracy, however, is that its defects are always visible and under democratic processes can be pointed out and corrected.Harry S. Trumanverified·Address before a Joint Session of Congress (the Truman Doctrine)·March 12, 1947
2I accept with humility the honor which the American people have conferred upon me.Harry S. Trumanverified·Inaugural Address·January 20, 1949
3In this time of doubt, they look to the United States as never before for good will, strength, and wise leadership.Harry S. Trumanverified·Inaugural Address·January 20, 1949