On the recordJuly 3, 1951
It is my earnest hope that in the days ahead, the Congress will review with care the consequences of enacting a weak measure and will come forward with the strong legislation we need so badly.
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presidency.ucsb.eduIt is my earnest hope that in the days ahead, the Congress will review with care the consequences of enacting a weak measure and will come forward with the strong legislation we need so badly.
Letter to the President of the Senate on the Continued Need for Effective Price, Wage, and Production Controls.
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