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Richard Nixon: I sign it because I recognize the Nation's debt to those who have served in the Armed Forces and its special obligation…

On the recordAugust 11, 1970
I sign it because I recognize the Nation's debt to those who have served in the Armed Forces and its special obligation to those who have been disabled in its service.
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Richard Nixon
Republican · California

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Statement on Signing Bill To Increase Rates of Compensation for Disabled Veterans.

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