On the recordApril 7, 1969
I have directed Secretary Romney to assemble a program designed to initiate and coordinate prompt Federal, State, local, and private action in as many as possible of these 20 cities.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI have directed Secretary Romney to assemble a program designed to initiate and coordinate prompt Federal, State, local, and private action in as many as possible of these 20 cities.
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