08/08/1966
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"An attention to health has contributed to the vitality and efficiency of our system as well as to the happiness and prosperity of our people."
"I believe this year is the year when, with the sure knowledge of public support, the Congress should enact a hospital insurance program for the aged."
"I again strongly urge the Congress to enact a hospital insurance program for the aged."
"I am proud to be among my colleagues of the Congress whose legacy to their trust is their loyalty to their Nation."