Gerald Ford actually said...

They should be allowed the opportunity to earn return to their country, their communities, and their families.

Proclamation 4313—Announcing a Program for the Return of Vietnam Era Draft Evaders and Military Deserters

09/15/1974

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This is a major step in one direction.

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