On the recordMay 3, 1979
I have had serious reservations about the gas rationing proposal. But I believe that a standby plan must be put in place as soon as possible-one that is fair and one that gets the job done.
I have had serious reservations about the gas rationing proposal. But I believe that a standby plan must be put in place as soon as possible-one that is fair and one that gets the job done.
Discussing a proposed standby gasoline rationing plan.
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