09/02/1940
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"We as one of the Republics reiterate our willingness to help the cause of world peace."
"There are many methods short of war, but stronger and more effective than mere words, of bringing home to aggressor governments the aggregate sentiments of our own people."
"We can and do fix the rate of taxation definitely by law."
"It should be added, however, that it is my firm conviction that such new taxes as may be imposed should be most carefully selected."