On the recordJuly 3, 1972
A second compelling reason for this invitation to the world relates to our hopes for a genuine and lasting peace among nations.
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presidency.ucsb.eduA second compelling reason for this invitation to the world relates to our hopes for a genuine and lasting peace among nations.
Address to the Nation Announcing Plans for America's Bicentennial Celebration.
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