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On the recordMay 17, 1949
At the present time, when the world is still disturbed by fear and conflicting ideologies, it is gratifying to know that Brazil and the United States are exerting their constructive efforts in the common resolve to strengthen democracy and assure world peace under conditions in which freedom and human rights will flourish.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Remarks of Welcome to the President of Brazil at the Washington National Airport

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