01/08/1975
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"In global terms, America must never give away such an advantage to any potential enemy, and we never will."
"The Department of Defense, working through the Air Force, will make a maximum effort to try to find jobs either in the military or civilian community."
"I am optimistic, but I don't think there is any specific comment I can make at this time."
"We are on the right road."