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Gerald Ford: “We must continue to eliminate the cruel barriers that prevent disabled veterans and too many other disabled Americans…”

On the recordMarch 2, 1976
We must continue to eliminate the cruel barriers that prevent disabled veterans and too many other disabled Americans from leading the rich life that everyone has the right to enjoy in our very great country.
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Gerald Ford
Republican · Michigan

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Remarks at Dedication Ceremonies for the Disabled American Veterans National Service and Legislative Headquarters.

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