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On the recordMarch 27, 1950
I issued it only after the most careful consideration, and after I had satisfied myself beyond any doubt that any other decision would have resulted in the collapse of the loyalty program.
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Harry Truman
Democratic · Missouri

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Letters Regarding Disclosure of Confidential Files on Employee Loyalty.

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