I am asking the Congress today to enact the Financial Assistance for Health Care Act.

Our Bicentennial Year is a fitting time to reflect upon the vital role the American Red Cross and its volunteers play in our society to alleviate suffering.

I think the approach that we have recommended is the preferable one.

I was never privileged, when I was a Member of Congress, to be a member of this parliamentary group, and I regretted that failure very much.

I think the policies we are pursuing at the present time will result in a continuous downward trend in the cost of living.

I urge all civilian employees of the Federal Government and members of the Armed Forces to support this vital voluntary effort to the best of their ability.

You've got a big job to do carrying out the Secretary's policies and carrying out my decisions.

This proposed consolidation of health programs is essential to continue our national progress in the field of health.

I strongly urge the Congress to take affirmative action quickly and positively on this important proposal.

I urge all Americans to give their generous support to the work of their local Red Cross chapters.

This willingness to be of help to one another epitomizes the American spirit--and the Red Cross perpetuates this heritage.

A realistic assessment of the present health care programs and the responsibilities of Federal, State, and local governments fully demonstrates that the reforms I am proposing in Federal health care are needed now.

We are going to meet the challenge unless the Congress continues to handcuff us.

It is a great privilege and pleasure for me to welcome the delegation, the delegates and their spouses to the White House.

I have just issued a proclamation which designates March as Red Cross Month.

Some of those who didn't do so well yesterday seemed to be satisfied with second.

I think we really mounted an effective campaign.

I just hope that scouting goes on forever, because it is a great contributor to all of what we stand for in this country.