But most of all, I am proud of you men who, out of the pitiful earnings that you get, and the modicum pay that is in your envelope, still think enough of your country not only to give your life for it but to invest some of your dollars in it.
Remarks Upon Presenting the U.S. Savings Bond Minuteman Award to the Tactical Air Command's 12th Air Force
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The mood at the White House this evening is one of cautious optimism.
Thirty-four years ago, I came here as the sun was setting late one evening and I was married to a lovely lady in this city in St. Mark's Church, in downtown San Antonio.
Keeping the Government's fiscal house in order is an absolutely essential first step to meet the problems that endanger our prosperity.
I hope to some day be able to come there and see you in your own land, in your own atmosphere.
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