I never did give anybody hell. I just told the truth and they thought it was hell.
US President, atomic bomb decision
Remarks at a breakfast for members of the Missouri press
1954
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"There are some things you just have to do, whether you like them or not."
Controversial"It's an awful thing to be a President. You can't just go out and buy a new suit without someone saying you're extravagant."
Humorous"I hope that when I die, I'll go to hell, so I can give the devil a piece of my mind."
Shocking"I've no patience with people who are always whining about the Negro problem. We've got a Negro problem because the Negroes are not yet equal to white people in intelligence and civilization. But they …"
Controversial"The American people are entitled to know whether or not I am a thief and a scoundrel. If I am, they ought not to have me for President. If I am not, they are entitled to know that."
Shocking