07/17/1947
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"This proposal has received wide bi-partisan support."
"By virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and statutes, including the Defense Production Act of 1950, and as President of the United States and Commander in Chief of the armed forces..."
"I return herewith, without my approval, H.J. Res. 238, 'To amend the Nationality Act of 1940, as amended.'"
"Our Government will remain dedicated to protecting the freedom, basic rights, and inherent dignity of the individual."