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James A. Leach: Mr. Speaker, George P. Shultz began his career in the South Pacific in World War II. He is ending his career, to the…

On the recordDecember 4, 2001
Mr. Speaker, George P. Shultz began his career in the South Pacific in World War II. He is ending his career, to the degree it is ending, and we hope it is not fully, with a bill aimed in his honor, a facility designed to prevent further wars. I think this could not be more fitting.
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James A. Leach
Iowa

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Honoring George P. Shultz and discussing a bill related to war prevention.

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