On the recordFebruary 17, 1987
The test of Mr. Gorbachev's commitment to peace, the test of his political will, a favorite phrase of his, is practical results.
Robert C. Byrd: “The test of Mr. Gorbachev's commitment to peace, the test of his political will, a favorite phrase of his, is practical…”
Editor's note · Context
Urging the President to answer a Soviet peace campaign with challenges on arms control and Afghanistan.
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