On the recordFebruary 9, 1977
I want to make sure that you feel a partnership with me.
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presidency.ucsb.eduI want to make sure that you feel a partnership with me.
Department of Housing and Urban Development Remarks and a Question-and-Answer Session With Department Employees
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