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Harry Truman: For 7 years, from April 12, 1945, until now, I have spent my whole time trying to keep this country out of a third world…

On the recordMay 2, 1952
For 7 years, from April 12, 1945, until now, I have spent my whole time trying to keep this country out of a third world war.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Remarks at a Meeting With Steel Industry and Labor Leaders.

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