09/21/1977
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"I would be forced to enlarge the Federal bureaucracy substantially and unnecessarily."
"I am gratified by the result, but I can take little personal pleasure from a fight among friends, whatever the outcome."
"We took a long step in the battle against inflation this afternoon."
"I am especially pleased with the increase in the personal exemption for travelers from $100 to $300."