On the recordJune 21, 1962
They are faced with the job of building a new country, lacking skilled administrators, lacking the traditions of self-government, and they represent an extraordinary group of people.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThey are faced with the job of building a new country, lacking skilled administrators, lacking the traditions of self-government, and they represent an extraordinary group of people.
Remarks to Student Volunteers Participating in Operation Crossroads Africa.
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