09/08/1960
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"We have come a long way in the 15 years since President Truman ordered the desegregation of the Armed Forces."
"The timeliness of your report is, of course, obvious, and I hope you will convey to the other members of the Committee my appreciation for the constructive report that has been prepared."
"During the performance of this contract, the contractor agrees as follows: ‘(1) The contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, or ..."
"Because of my concern that there be full equality of treatment and opportunity for all military personnel, regardless of race or color, I appointed a Committee to study the matter in June of 1962."