I am shocked to even think that the boys I put on the plane at the 82d Airborne--most of whom were Negro boys going back to Vietnam the second time to protect that flag and to preserve our freedom--that they can't live near the base where they have to train in this country; they must drive 15, 20, or 30 miles sometimes to get to their homes.
Remarks Upon Signing the Jury Selection and Service Act of 1968
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Keeping the Government's fiscal house in order is an absolutely essential first step to meet the problems that endanger our prosperity.
I plan to leave here after the press conference this morning to go to Kansas City to meet with President Truman later in the day.
In that pursuit, Mr. President, United States support will be gladly given.
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