Suggested Statement for Vice President Harry S. Truman for Radio Broadcast on Passover

Suggested Statement for VICE PRESIDENT TRUMAN for Radio Broadcast March 26, 1945 C THE PASSOVER Mills Since Biblical times, people of the Jewish/faith have made great contributions to the moral code of mankind. From the revelation of the Ten Commandments by Moses to the philosophical teachings of modern Jewish scholars, there has been a constant search for a better way of life for the benefit of all. It was the Hebrews who first fought the worship of pagan idols in the western world and who preached eternal faith in one God -- the God in whom we all put our trust. This evening as the Passover begins, all God-fearing people can well join with those of Jewish faith to thank the Almighty for the many blessings received. Already millions of peopbe, recently held in human bondage in Europe, Asia and Africa, have been liberated by the forces of freedom. Although this tragic world-wide conflict still continues to demand a heavy toll in lives and wealth, gratifying progress has been made toward the all-essential goal -- complete victory! In view of the evil objectives of our enemies, it is especially fortunate that rightousness will triumph. Today the Angel of Death is again passing over the homes of modern tyrants. If the dignity of every man is to be preserved, the moral principles, for which the United Nations fight, must survive. Ultimately all people must be led out of bondage. Having suffered persecution for centuries, the Jewish people steadfastly adhered to their ancient faith - the Faith which gave them courage and fortitude to withstand man's inhumanity to man. Furthermore, the Jews were frequently in the vanguard of the fight to aid other oppressed minorities. KRUMAN CS NARA