On the recordDecember 23, 1947
The great heart of the American people has been moved to compassion by the needs of those in other lands who are cold and hungry.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThe great heart of the American people has been moved to compassion by the needs of those in other lands who are cold and hungry.
Address at the Lighting of the National Community Christmas Tree on the White House Grounds
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