If we wish to inspire the peoples of the world whose freedom is in jeopardy, if we wish to restore hope to those who have already lost their civil liberties, if we wish to fulfill the promise that is ours, we must correct the remaining imperfections in our practice of democracy.
Special Message to the Congress on Civil Rights
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The people of the United States have a very great asset in this force.
They should be strong enough to see that unified multiple-purpose development is planned for, and works operated harmoniously in each basin-wide comprehensive system.
I am happy to join with you in the recognition of the 70th Anniversary of the establishment of the Federal Civil Service merit system.
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