Marshall Mission Files, Lot 54–D270: Telegram
General Marshall to the Acting Secretary of State
1855. I concur in your view in 87132 concerning the issuance of a résumé of American activities in furtherance of the 15th December 1945 policy statement. My own concern in this matter led to the early preparation and dispatch in sections of my so-called final report.
While this is not the favorable moment for such release, it may be advisable within the next few wrecks. The character of the Constitution finally adopted by the National Assembly, the methods used to implement this Constitution, the extent and manner of reorganization of the State Council and the Executive Yuan, and the extent and manner in which the Government provides for future possible Communist participation will all necessarily have a definite effect on the United States position. I feel that any resume or policy announcement should await these developments but I anticipate that such procedure might well be precipitated by actions out here. Therefore I think you should proceed in the matter, allowing the final decision as to timing to be determined later.