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Gerald Ford: “I recognize that modified or substantially different proposals may more effectively meet the criteria of fairness…”

On the recordJanuary 18, 1977
I recognize that modified or substantially different proposals may more effectively meet the criteria of fairness, effectiveness and efficiency.
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Gerald Ford
Republican · Michigan

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Letter to Congressional Leaders Transmitting Studies on Emergency Contingency Plans in Case of Interrupted Petroleum Imports.

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