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Richard Nixon: As one who has lived in Washington during my adult life, perhaps more than in any other city in the country, I am proud…

On the recordFebruary 12, 1969
As one who has lived in Washington during my adult life, perhaps more than in any other city in the country, I am proud of this city, as is every American who has ever visited here.
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Richard Nixon
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

Remarks at the Swearing In of Walter E. Washington as Mayor of the District of Columbia.

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