FDR: “For the first time in the history of this Government the greatest…”

On the recordApril 22, 1941

For the first time in the history of this Government the greatest possible opportunities are now open for the development of a broad merit system.

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Democratic · New York

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Statement on the Executive Order on Extending the Classified Civil Service

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Mar 25, 1945

The coming victory of the United Nations means that they, and not their enemies, have power to establish the foundations of the future.

Mar 22, 1945

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Apr 4, 1945

We are absolutely un changed in our policy of two years ago, for immediate Filipino independence.

Apr 12, 1945

We must go on to do all in our power to conquer the doubts and the fears, the ignorance and the greed, which made this horror possible.

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