11/02/1980
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"I don't intend to back down on it ever."
"It provides for all Americans a chance to rejoice and express pride in a heritage that adds so much to our way of life."
"I commend the Association for the Study of Afro-American Life and History on its sponsorship of this traditional observance."
"Don't just wait until a meeting is called here before you exercise the leadership that's been given to you."