09/15/1977
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"It was enlarged from 15 to 18 to provide for wider participation."
"The most important thing I know of as President is, in times of trouble and challenge, to tap the tremendous strength of this country."
"President Carter today announced selection of 17 prominent business, labor, and public figures to serve as members of the anti-inflation program's Pay Advisory Committee."
"I want to be sure that if any other country is tempted to attack the United States, that they will realize that they are committing military suicide."