It says that the unification of families is clearly desirable. It says we have the right to say that those who come should bring a skill that will be useful to our society. But what it says most clearly is this: The desirability of any immigrant does not depend on his place of birth. And that is why history cannot but applaud this action. Because this bill confirms the notionso often cherished in words but too seldom practiced in deedthat a mans ability to serve. to contribute. does not depend on his race. color. or birthplace. When history counts the steps that were taken toward human dignity. toward world understanding. toward good feeling among men. when history counts the measures this Nation took to establish the principles of equality. to set an example of compassion. and to treat all men with equal grace. this legislation. this immigration bill. which I am proud to have introduced. will not go unmentioned.
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