I think this is historic legislation.

I ask Congress for prompt action to provide continued funding without encumbering restrictions for the operation of several departments and agencies.

America is arousing itself, as it always does in time of great challenge.

Farmers are the frontline soldiers.

It is an act which is harmful even to those it purports to help.

I do so because, should this measure become law, it would be impossible for the United States to continue to play any meaningful role in assisting the parties to resolve the Cyprus dispute.

My choice, then, is unavoidable; my responsibility clear.

I plan to pass on to the Nation in a speech in Kansas City Tuesday evening.

We were not going to treat veterans as a number in a computer.

We are counting on you.

It is up to you, every one of you, every parent, child, to reject violence of any kind in your city.

This bill does not meet that need.

At a time when the taxpayer is already carrying the double burden of taxes and inflation, legislation such as this is most inappropriate.

The obligation is great, but the person who has been selected and confirmed I know will do the job.

Now is the time to simplify the benefit structure of the Railroad Retirement System, not make it more complex.

Forcing the general taxpayer to carry an unfair burden is not the only defect in this bill.

And only your calm and thoughtful action now can guarantee that safety.

We know he will do a first-class job.

There is no justification for singling out the railroads for special treatment.

Today is a landmark day in that a man who served in the Congress and helped to write some of the laws is going to be the Administrator of the Veterans Administration.

Now, in a difficult period for all of you, it is a time to reflect on all that your city means to you.

I think it is a tremendous step forward.

It is really the result of hard work by the Congress and, I think, good recommendations by the Administration.

Let me conclude with these final observations and comments.

I attach special urgency to this effort and look forward to your support and cooperation.