On the recordFebruary 2, 1971
The urgency of this matter should require no new emphasis by anyone; the critical nature of it should be clear to all.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThe urgency of this matter should require no new emphasis by anyone; the critical nature of it should be clear to all.
Special Message to the Congress on National Emergency Labor Disputes in the Transportation Industry.
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