I believe that prompt approval by the Senate of the treaty limiting defensive weapons and prompt approval by the Congress of the agreement limiting certain classes of offensive weapons will contribute to the goal that I know all Americans share--a goal of ending the arms race and building a more peaceful world.
Remarks on Transmitting to the Congress the Antiballistic Missile Treaty and the Interim Agreement on Strategic Offensive...
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This was a serious act of omission for which I take full responsibility and which I deeply regret.
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