Quote by Harry S. Truman

The Marine Corps is the Navy's police force and as long as I am President that is what it will remain. They have a propaganda machine that is almost equal to Stalin's.

The Marine Corps is the Navy's police force and as long as I

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This quote reflects a sentiment expressing skepticism or criticism towards the Marine Corps and its perceived role within the Navy. The statement suggests that the speaker believes the Marine Corps primarily serves as a police force for the Navy. Furthermore, the mention of a propaganda machine similar to Stalin's implies that the speaker views the Marine Corps as having a powerful media or messaging apparatus. The quote does not provide specific evidence or context to support these statements.

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By Harry S. Truman

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