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United States Senate
February 11, 1957
Mr. President -
The President of the United States and his Secretary of
State have solemnly asked this Senate for an unprecedented
delegation of authority to make wars and to spend money without
restriction.
[ The adm. prepared a Resolution SJ Res 19 which
was introduced by Request]
The significant provisions of Senate Joint Resolution
19 are as follows:
The President "is authorized to employ the Armed
Forces of the United States as_ he_ deems necessary
to secure and protect the territorial integrity
and political independence of any such nation or
Object Description
| Title | Speech on the Middle East |
| Abstract | Fulbright speech outlining his reasons for opposition to Senate Joint Resolution 19 granting significant war powers to the President. Fulbright provides Constitutional and historical precedents for his opposition. |
| Creator | Fulbright, J. William |
| Date | February 11, 1957 |
| Audience of Speech | United States Senate |
| Institution Where Speech Was Given | United States Senate |
| City and State | Washington, D.C. |
| Subject |
Constitution Congressional Power Middle East International Security |
| Item Location | J. William Fulbright Papers (MS F956 144, Series 71, Box 11, File 2) |
| Rights | Please contact Special Collections for information on copyright. |
| Digital Publisher | University of Arkansas Libraries |
| Series Title | A Calm Voice in a Strident World: Senator J.W. Fulbright Speaks |
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