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Gerald Ford: “I believe--and believe very strongly--that $112,700 million requested in my fiscal year 1977 defense budget represents…”

On the recordFebruary 9, 1976
I believe--and believe very strongly--that $112,700 million requested in my fiscal year 1977 defense budget represents the best way to deter war and to keep our country secure.
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Gerald Ford
Republican · Michigan

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Remarks at a Briefing for Representatives of Military Organizations on Defense and Foreign Policy

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