But the courage. determination. and ingenuity of the valiant Italian people proved successful in replacing devastation with growth and development. poverty with industrial and agricultural expansion. and political instability with a government committed to the democratic principles which all free men cherish. Italy today has become a full partner in the activities of the free world. and is an important member of the NATO alliance. the United Nations. and the European Common Market. Italian immigrants have made important contributions throughout the years to our American way of life. Many Italians have settled in my home State of Massachusetts and have assumed important positions of trust and responsibility in our Commonwealth. Within the past decade two men of Italian ancestry have served as Governor of Massachusetts.
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