It Became Obvious In 1957 That I

I Could Not Separate Myself Off Stage From Myself On Stage, As So Many Actors Can.

During The Presidential Primaries Of 1940, I Received A Request From The Democratic National Committee To Sing God Bless America Before The Speeches.

I Could See Myself In A White Nurse's Uniform, Working Unnoticed For Many Years And At Last Dying, Unknown, Unmarried And Unsung.

I Have Always Examined Closely The Motives Of Any Group For Which I Am Asked To Raise Money.

This Nation Loves Singing And Loves Acting.