Speech #880009377

President. in conclusion. I would emphasize that this reform bill is the product of diligent and serious thought. It is not a radical proposal designed to flood this country with immigrants or an irresponsible measure to negate the gains achieved under the act of 1952. It replaces only the quota provisions of the act of 1952. The nationwide support for our bill calls to mind a statement in President Trumans veto message to Congress on the Immigration and Nationality. Act of I am sureHe saidthat with a little more time and a little more discussion in this country the public conscience and the good sense of the American people will assert themselves and we shall be in a position to enact an immigration and naturalization policy that will be fair to all. Former President Eisenhower has spoken similarly. The statement just cited is a prophetic one. we have come a long way since 1952. The sponsors of the reform bill are hopeful that hearings will be held shortly. President Kennedys recent statement encourages us to urge a thorough review of our immigration policy. and to enact legislation which will restore morality and commonsense to a significant area of public policy. Mr. President.