Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 25, 1950
This action by the United States will at least be a deterrent to the rulers of certain countries who consider genocide a justifiable means to promote their political objectives.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Letter to the Chairman, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, Urging Early Ratification of the Genocide Convention.

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