As important as the new spirit of southern Illinois is to that area it is even more significant as a source of encouragement to other regions anxious to restore economic vitality and vigor to their section of the country.
Remarks Upon Receiving a Progress Report on Area Redevelopment in Southern Illinois.
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The Policy Advisory Committee is an example of the possibilities for cooperative action among Federal and District agencies in resolving difficult problems.
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It symbolizes, I believe, this highway, first of all, the partnership between the Federal Government and the States, which is essential to the progress of all of our people.
This highway has been built by the dedicated effort of the citizens of these two States.
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