10/25/1976
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"I fully endorse the goal of speedy justice, but I am concerned about the sanctions imposed by the bill."
"This legislation might begin a precedent I believe it best not to establish."
"I have determined that those listed in Section 1 of this Order should be continued until January 5, 1977, unless terminated sooner."
"It is, therefore, my earnest opinion that this bill is both unnecessary and unjustified, and on that basis I withhold my approval."