Harry S. Truman, (1884-1972), 33rd US President Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Comment on this quote Share via Email Print this Page Harry S. Truman Quote “Secrecy and a free, democratic government don’t mix.”Harry S. Truman ~ Harry S. Truman (1884-1972), 33rd US President1974 Government , President Ratings and Comments 1 Reply Dizzy, Clover 3/19/20 Really good quote! 2 Reply Mike, Norwalk 6/1/26 Not quite sure how to rate this. By example; "free" and "democratic government" is an oxymoron. Secrecy? Does the despotism, totalitarianism and tyranny of Democracy work best when it is known to each individual or does the secret lie of what democracy really is keep it alive. 1 Reply E Archer, NYC 6/11/26 😎 Yeah, freedom and democracy actually don't mix... And that's one of government's best kept secrets! SaveOk2 SaveOk2 View CommentsClick to view or comment. Share on Facebook Tweet Email Print This Harry S. Truman quote is found in these categories: Government quotes President quotes About Harry S. Truman Bio of Harry S. Truman Quotations by Harry S. Truman Books by/about Harry S. Truman Harry S. Truman videos Harry S. Truman on Wikipedia Astrological chart for Harry S. Truman