Harry Truman: “This national wealth, like other lands owned by the United States, is…”

On the recordMay 28, 1952

This national wealth, like other lands owned by the United States, is held in trust for every citizen of the United States.

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Democratic · Missouri

Source

Veto of Bill Concerning Title to Offshore Lands.

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