On the recordOctober 17, 1951
The question of policy arising from this legislation should certainly be determined on a more solid basis than the theory that the proposed benefit is a desirable convenience.
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presidency.ucsb.eduHarry Truman: “The question of policy arising from this legislation should certainly be determined on a more solid basis than the…”
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Veto of Bill To Authorize Payments for the Purchase of Automobiles by Certain Disabled Veterans.
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