I urge the Senate to give these Treaties early and favorable consideration.

Such programs should include redesign of jobs and work schedules to open up permanent part-time opportunities.

The Treaties serve the essential interest of the United States in an efficient and safe Canal.

I believe that much can be done within existing employment ceilings.

I don't think the U.N. has any jurisdiction.

I am asking you to establish innovative programs to expand opportunities for men and women seeking part-time employment.

The U.S. economic recovery would continue into 1978.

I am convinced that France, as a major power, can make a positive contribution both to the maintenance of allied security and to the search for a more secure and stable international order.

I transmit herewith, for the purpose of receiving the advice and consent of the Senate to ratification, the Panama Canal Treaty and the Treaty Concerning the Permanent Neutrality and Operation of the Panama Canal.

We are not just an idle bystander.

Close U.S.-French consultations are important on these and other issues.

I think the House took very courageous action in this respect, and my hope and expectation is that the Senate will do the same.

I want to welcome all of you to the White House.

Hope is a powerful force that drives us to achieve our goals and overcome obstacles.

A just society is one where every individual is treated with dignity and respect.

The economic efforts that have been initiated in France under your leadership are watched with great attention by us.

We've never raised arms against France.

And I believe that it's accurate to say that both nations are benefited by a relationship that is intimate, close, permanent, and valuable.