I have practically given up on the human race.
US President, atomic bomb decision
Reported as a remark made in frustration during a private conversation.
1940s
Found in 1 providers: grok
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"Always be sincere, even if you don't mean it."
Humorous"I had flat eyeballs as a boy, and couldn't see well enough to play ball with the other kids. So they made me the umpire."
Humorous"I have always been a great believer in the common sense of the common man."
Shocking"I don't think I'll ever be a great man. But I'll do my best."
Humorous"The buck stops here."
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