On the recordMay 21, 1947
It is still essential to maintain certain limited materials controls, in order to prevent harm to our own economy and give concrete support to our foreign policy.
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presidency.ucsb.eduHarry Truman: “It is still essential to maintain certain limited materials controls, in order to prevent harm to our own economy and…”
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Special Message to the Congress Recommending Extension of the Second War Powers Act.
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