It would clearly be unwise to adopt such a policy in connection with this one project, before it has been decided whether adoption of such a general policy is in the national interest.
Harry Truman: “It would clearly be unwise to adopt such a policy in connection with this one project, before it has been decided…”
On the recordOctober 13, 1949
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presidency.ucsb.eduEditor's note · Context
Veto of Bill Relating to the Development of the Fish, Wildlife, and Recreational Aspects of the Colorado-Big Thompson
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