07/28/1986
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"To deny any individual access to higher education when it has been won on the basis of merit is a repudiation of everything America stands for."
"Asian-Pacific Americans represent the full breadth of the American experience."
"Asian and Pacific Americans have won distinction in every field, and continue to strengthen our Nation with industry, initiative, and love of country."
"I urge the people of the United States and educational, philanthropic, scientific, medical, and health care organizations and professionals to take part in appropriate activities to encourage further ..."