01/29/1961
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"The Nation needs a land acquisition program to preserve both prime Federal and State areas for outdoor recreation purposes."
"I am asking the Director of the Bureau of the Budget to take the lead in assuring an effective and equitable application of those guidelines."
"The need for an aggressive program to provide for our outdoor recreation needs is both real and immediate."
"A high rate of investment in education is essential for our national economic growth, our scientific advancement and our national security."