On the recordOctober 14, 1966
For the first time in history, American cities have a voice in the Cabinet and a department devoted to urban affairs.
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presidency.ucsb.eduFor the first time in history, American cities have a voice in the Cabinet and a department devoted to urban affairs.
Remarks to a Group of Mayors of the Nation's Larger Cities.
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