10/11/1974
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"For the first time in many years, no American is engaged in combat anywhere in defense of our freedom."
"Approval of this rescission proposal will reduce Federal spending by $45 million over 1977 and 1978."
"Certain issues are still unsettled but we will continue our effort to resolve them in a way that protects the interests of both sides."
"We must influence the policies of possible adversaries in two ways: by keeping our military forces strong, and by pursuing negotiations to create stability rather than a spiraling arms race in weapons..."