In the achievement of these objectives, United States leadership and United States action is a decisive influence.
Harry Truman: “In the achievement of these objectives, United States leadership and United States action is a decisive influence.”
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Letter to the Chairmen, Senate Finance and House Ways and Means Committees, on Extending the Trade Agreements Act.
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