01/02/1975
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"I urge every American to reflect on the meaning and purpose of the Declaration of Independence."
"The Secretary of Commerce is designated and empowered to perform without approval, ratification, or other action by the President, the functions vested in the President."
"I am concerned about our ability to fulfill the tasks in the time and manner provided in the act."
"I think Secretary Kissinger has been one of the finest, if not the finest Secretary of State this country has ever had."