On the recordOctober 23, 1949
For these reasons, the United Nations has devoted much of its time to fostering respect for human rights.
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presidency.ucsb.eduHarry Truman: “For these reasons, the United Nations has devoted much of its time to fostering respect for human rights.”
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Address in New York City at the Cornerstone Laying of the United Nations Building.
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