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FDR: I would say if they can come here and have a good time, and go away without using up too much gas, and without…

On the recordFebruary 23, 1942
I would say if they can come here and have a good time, and go away without using up too much gas, and without 'discombobolating' Washington, it would be all right.
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Democratic · New York

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