May I. in addition to the expert testimony of our military authorities. record here a statement of what I have received from thoughtful citizens of my State with regard to the countrys needs on the southern border? I have recently received many communications from patriotic bodies and civic organizations advising of the need along our international border between this country and Mexico. Only a few days ago I called attention to the need of strengthening our border patrol and our immigration service at this backdoor of the Nation. and I am highly pleased that. even in an effort of economy. the House last week saw fit to retain the border patrol and that the committee reporting the appropriation for the- Labor Department even restored a proposed reduction by the Budget Department when the bill was drafted. That is money well spent. for it is across that international line that many undesirable aliens enter. or attempt to enter. unlawfully. not only from Mexico but through Mexico from Asia and Europe also. We need to guard our country against invasion. whether it be a peaceful invasion of undesirable individuals which may be checked by an adequate immigration staff or a military invasion which must be protected against by adequate military facilities.
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