04/13/1983
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"This legislation approves referring the constitution to the voters of the Virgin Islands for referendum."
"Now, however, a locally written constitution, if adopted by the people of the Virgin Islands, will be the capstone of local self-government."
"I take great pleasure in signing into law House Joint Resolution 238."
"I consider these capabilities as crucial to the economic well-being of our Nation."