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On the recordMarch 20, 1947
In view of the significance and urgency of international health problems, I consider it important that the United States join the World Health Organization as soon as possible.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Special Message to the Congress on U.S. Participation in the World Health Organization.

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