04/01/1979
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"I think the President's voice would have a beneficial impact."
"The distribution of health care is grossly unfair, inequitable and the emphasis on prevention of diseases is much less than it was 40 or 45 years ago."
"I see no reason why government should not be honest when the American people are honest."
"Congress as a body suffers in public opinion polls because there is no clear voice to defend congressional action."