The President's News Conference
08/08/1966
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I thought it was very good, very fruitful, very productive, very satisfactory from our standpoint.
I request prompt Congressional endorsement of this action.
I am asking the Congress, and the American people, to join with me in an appeal to the conscience of all nations that can render help.
Our people will welcome any judgments the Congress can provide.