Harry Truman: “For these reasons, I am unable to approve this joint resolution.”

On the recordMarch 29, 1948

For these reasons, I am unable to approve this joint resolution.

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Veto of Bill Authorizing Issuance of Stamps Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Coming of Swedish Pioneers to the...

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