State of the Union Addresses by Harry S. Truman
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| Author | Truman, Harry S., 1884-1972 |
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| Title | State of the Union Addresses |
| Note | Reading ease score: 50.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by James Linden. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Summary | "State of the Union Addresses" by Harry S. Truman is a historical collection of presidential addresses spanning from the post-World War II era to the early 1950s. This compilation reflects Truman's leadership during a pivotal time in American history marked by the transition from wartime to peacetime policies and the challenges of reconversion. The addresses provide insight into major national and international issues, including economic stability, social welfare, and foreign policy, particularly regarding the United Nations and peacekeeping efforts. The opening portion of the text introduces Truman’s first address delivered on January 21, 1946, where he outlines the integral relationship between the federal budget and government policies needed for national recovery following the war. Truman emphasizes the necessity of efficiency and comprehensive planning to address the complex challenges of postwar America, including reconversion to a peacetime economy, full employment, and social welfare programs. He discusses the importance of international cooperation through the United Nations to ensure long-term peace and stability while acknowledging the sacrifices made during the war. This segment sets a serious and ambitious tone, focused on the responsibilities of government to foster economic growth and address the needs of veterans and the broader population. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | J: Political science |
| Subject | Presidents -- United States -- Messages |
| Subject | United States -- Politics and government -- Sources |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5039 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 2, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 76 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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