On the recordOctober 13, 1981
Attracting and retaining well-motivated, high quality military personnel is a critical element of my commitment to strengthen America's defenses.
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presidency.ucsb.eduAttracting and retaining well-motivated, high quality military personnel is a critical element of my commitment to strengthen America's defenses.
Statement on Signing the Uniformed Services Pay Act of 1981
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