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Gerald Ford: “I can assure you, speaking for myself and, I am sure, for my associates, that we are willing to sit down and find an…”

On the recordFebruary 27, 1975
I can assure you, speaking for myself and, I am sure, for my associates, that we are willing to sit down and find an answer with the Democratic leaders of the House as well as the Senate.
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Gerald Ford
Republican · Michigan

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Remarks at the Conclusion of a Meeting With the Democratic Congressional Leadership to Discuss Energy and Economic Programs

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