Harry Truman actually said...

Redistricting should be completed not later than the spring of 1952 so that the Congressional elections of that year may give fair representation to all citizens of our country.

Context

Special Message to the Congress on the Need for More Equal Apportionment of Congressional Districts.

01/08/1951

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