On the recordOctober 6, 1980
I'm convinced this act will reduce the suffering of millions of Americans who are robbed of satisfying lives by mental illness.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI'm convinced this act will reduce the suffering of millions of Americans who are robbed of satisfying lives by mental illness.
Remarks on Signing Into Law the Mental Health Systems Act
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