12/31/1977
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"India is a special place because of Gandhi, because of Nehru, because of Desai and others."
"We believe that governments exist to protect the freedom and the well-being of the people."
"I am certainly grateful for this opportunity to visit your great country and to learn in person about the largest democracy on Earth."
"I bring you warm New Year's greetings from the people of the United States."