Clearly the problems of the industry will not disappear by neglect nor can we wait for a large scale unemployment and shutdown of the industry to inspire us to action.

It is time for us to practice what our Constitution preaches.

My own State of Massachusetts has suffered and is suffering from the same conditions.

It is imperative that we maintain the highest national unity and the utmost responsibility in matters of national security at all times.

The labor movement was the principal force that transformed misery and despair into hope and progress.

While I naturally wanted to see the Senate version of the minimum wage bill enacted into law, I and the colleagues supporting me were willing to accept a reasonable compromise.

I accept, with gratitude, your endorsement of my candidacy.

This is designed to make sure, if I am successful, that the months of January, February, and March would be used most effectively.

I am sure that they will support me in November in my goal of a minimum living standard of $1.25 an hour for millions of Americans who work in the large enterprises of our country.

We supported the legislation recommended by the administration.

It is inconceivable to me that anyone could oppose these measures.