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As I speak, a movement is in progress, with the sanction of President Harding, to permit members of his Cabinet to appear in Congress and thus defend directly and in person the policies of the Executive.
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Beck mentions a movement supported by President Harding to allow Cabinet members to speak in Congress.
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