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Richard Nixon: It takes strength, careful planning, holding to principle — yes, and determination and courage as well — to keep…

On the recordOctober 23, 1968
It takes strength, careful planning, holding to principle — yes, and determination and courage as well — to keep American boys out of war.
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Richard Nixon
Republican · California

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Remarks on the CBS Radio Network: 'The Security Gap'

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