I know the pressures that come on members of government to try to deal fairly with their own constituents and still look at statewide problems and needs.

I think that there's no one who has done more for American veterans.

I'm very proud to be here, to share with you this morning some of my thoughts about the responsibilities of public service.

Illinois has a great tradition of insisting upon equality of opportunity.

Submitted May 25, 1978

I'm very grateful, too, for the political wisdom concentrated here, as well as the governmental wisdom.

Remember where we get our strength.

We believe that Cuba had known of the Katangan plans to invade and obviously did nothing to restrain them from crossing the border.

I think it's accurate to point out, though, that we'll make the decision in the final analysis not on the basis of political considerations, but on the basis of what's best for the national defense of our country now and, prospectively, in…

I might say that it's not just my concern.

I have no present intention of seeking [the Clark amendment] modification, nor that of any other special piece of legislation.

You've honored our Nation by showing your superb achievements already at the young and early stage of your life.

Quite often they might be black, or they may not speak English very well.

He believed in equality of opportunity, in human rights in its finest form.

I have every confidence that this November it's going to be a great celebration and all of you are going to take part in it because of a Democratic victory again.

I expect great things from you in the future.

Only through unity can we achieve our greatest potential as a nation.

I am convinced that it is in the best interest of the United States to ratify Protocol I.