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Harry Truman: In his relations with the Congress, Mr. Acheson fostered a responsive relationship between the Executive and Legislative…

On the recordJune 29, 1947
In his relations with the Congress, Mr. Acheson fostered a responsive relationship between the Executive and Legislative Branches of the Government in the field of foreign affairs.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Citation Accompanying Medal for Merit Awarded to Dean Acheson.

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