Statement on the Control of Inflation.
05/14/1969
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While I continue to oppose mandatory wage and price controls, it is essential that wages and prices be carefully watched...
Well, we are not going to do any of these things.
I hope and trust that I will contribute to strengthening rather than weakening this principle for the future
I am keenly aware, however, that this bill also presents some dangers.