This legislation brings to a successful conclusion nearly 40 years of public discussion, some 10 years of congressional debate, and a long record of active support by farm groups for what is called 'two price wheat legislation.'

In carrying out his responsibilities under this order, the Director is authorized to issue such rules and regulations, and directives, consonant with law and Executive order, as he deems necessary and appropriate to the functions involved

The Agriculture Act of 1962 represents an important step forward in our program to increase farm income while reducing costs to the Government of the farm program, and holding the accumulation of farm surpluses.

I think his career has been a source of inspiration to all people in public life.

I join with them in authorizing the striking of the gold medal in recognition of the distinguished services of Sam Rayburn to the people of the United States.

Now, Therefore, I, John F. Kennedy, President of the United States of America, do hereby designate the week of November 16 through November 22, 1962, as National Farm-City Week; and I call upon our citizens throughout the Nation to…

Muchas gracias.

He represents the Labor Department, which is concerned with the interests of the working people of this country, and concerned with the public interest.

Maybe they can sing a song for us.

WE WANT to express, Mr. Ambassador, our very warm welcome to you.

I request the Department of Agriculture and other appropriate Federal agencies, the land-grant colleges and universities, and the Cooperative Extension Service to cooperate with national, state, and local groups in preparing and carrying…