02/25/1946
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"We should join in constructing the seaway, first, because it is important to our national security."
"I strongly believe that the United States should join as a full partner with Canada in building the seaway."
"I wish to call to the attention of the Congress the immediate urgency of action on legislation to authorize the construction of the St. Lawrence seaway and power project."
"I strongly recommend, therefore, that the Congress promptly enact legislation to carry out the 1941 Agreement for joint completion of the St. Lawrence seaway and power project."