10/13/1976
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"I urge the Congress at its earliest convenience to begin deliberations on the renewal of the State and Local Fiscal Assistance Act of 1972."
"I strongly recommend that the Congress act to continue this highly successful and important new element of American Federalism well in advance of the expiration date."
"The genius of American government is the Federal system of shared sovereignty."
"This program has been a resounding success."