12/12/1980
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"Present U.S. international broadcast transmission facilities are inadequate."
"We can take one immediate step toward solving this serious problem by removing antiquated and unnecessary obstacles which prevent voters from participating in the electoral process."
"I believe that implementation of its recommendations can assure the United States of effective broadcasting programs in the years ahead."
"A comprehensive outline of U.S. worldwide broadcasting needs indicates a requirement for 12 additional VOA transmitters for broadcast to Asia and Africa, beyond those required for European broadcasts."