Harry Truman: “If I were to approve H.R. 5508, I believe my action would defeat both…”

On the recordAugust 8, 1949

If I were to approve H.R. 5508, I believe my action would defeat both these basic purposes.

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Democratic · Missouri

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Veto of Bill Amending Provisions Relating to the Retirement of Reserve Personnel.

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Harry Truman: “If I were to approve H.R. 5508, I believe my action would defeat both these basic purposes.”