05/15/1947
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"It is natural that the Indian people should turn to us for aid in meeting the threat of famine that now confronts them."
"We cannot turn a deaf ear to India's appeal."
"It is important to the free world that the democratic institutions which are emerging in India be maintained and strengthened."
"We must counter the false promises of Communist imperialism with constructive action for human betterment."