I suggest, Mr. Chairman, that we have hearings on this, in part to recognize that as important as the United States Congress is in a time of national crisis, it is important that we have one President, preferably under the age of 98 years old.
Baird emphasizes the need for a single, effective presidential leadership during national crises.
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