"Now is the time to simplify the benefit structure of the Railroad Retirement System, not make it more complex."
"And only your calm and thoughtful action now can guarantee that safety."
"At a time when the taxpayer is already carrying the double burden of taxes and inflation, legislation such as this is most inappropriate."
"We are counting on you."
"Now, in a difficult period for all of you, it is a time to reflect on all that your city means to you."
"It is really the result of hard work by the Congress and, I think, good recommendations by the Administration."
"I think it is a tremendous step forward."
"It is essential that we present the Congress with a significant package of legislative and budgetary proposals that would allow us to reach our 1975 goal."
"I ask for your help in making that possible for all peoples throughout all the world."
"Let me conclude with these final observations and comments."
"Policymakers at the State and local level are most capable of making decisions which respond to the needs of the people."
"I attach special urgency to this effort and look forward to your support and cooperation."
