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The original documents are located in Box D17, folder "Israel Bonds Dinner, Chicago, IL,
April 11, 1965" of the Ford Congressional Papers: Press Secretary and Speech File at the
Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library.
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Digitized from Box D17 of The Ford Congressional Papers: Press Secretary and Speech File at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library
Text of an address by Rep. Gerald R. Ford (R-Mich)
at a testimonial dinner April 11, 1965 in Chicago
for Cook County Sheriff Richard Ogilvie of Illinois
We are here for several reasons this evening. One of them is to
salute Sheriff Richard Ogilvie. I join you in applanding him for
building a professional police force from scratch, handling the Dixmoor
riots with courage, calmness and finesse, and providing an entremched
political machine with strong and healthy opposition.
His dedication is akin to the fin work of Don Runsfeld, who
represents the 13th District in the House of Representatives as a staunch
and articulate spokesman for the people back home in Illinois.
I am delighted to be with you for other reasons...first, because of
the most worthwhile cause this dinner supports.
Very shortly the State of Israel will celebrate its seventeenth
anniversary. In that brief period of history, a courageous and dedicated
people have almost miraculously transformed a largely arid and undeveloped
land into a modern industrial nation. As you well know, this tremendous
progress has been accomplished under the most adverse circumstances. I
commend those who in the face of such adversity have accomplished so much
in so little time.
Since the Israel Bond Organization was formed in 1951, Israel's
agricultural production has increased nearly six times, industrial production
has gone up five times, and experts have risen nine times. More than 11 million
subscribers to Israel bonds should be justly proud of their contribution
to this significant growth.
-more-
of GERALD LIBRARY R.
Rep. Ford speech Chicago April 11, 1965
&
With your aid, Israel has overcome serious economic, social and political
problems. It has taken in many thousands of homeless refugees and given them
meaningful and productive lives. It has even extended the hand of friendship,
in the form of technical assistance, to nations which are less fortunate.
On the African continent and in some parts of Latin America, Israeli teachers,
irrigation experts, medical specialists and engineers are helping others to
cross the barrier from "have-nots" to "haves."
But the problems of Israel are not all in the past. While half of the
nation is now fully developed, there is still another half that is in a
primitive state, relatively spesking. These desert and waste areas must be
irrigated, populated and made economically viable. There is still the need
to absorb an expected 500,000 additional settlers by 1970. There is still
the absolute necessity to go forward vigorously with Israel's present
five-year plan for industrialization.
However, with support such as yours, I have no doubt that the free and
democratic State of Israel is well on its way to complete self-reliance
and stability.
Another reason for being pleased to be with you is more complicated
and subtle. It is because your participation in this cause represents an
outstanding example of one of the strengths of the American system.
You have made a considerable commitment of time, effort, resources and
emotion to help others with whom you feel spiritual ties.
Too often, I believe, we stress the sameness, the homogensity of
American life, while ignoring the healthy differences and variations that
give such richness to the American fabric.
GERALD LIBRURA
-mors-
Rep. Ford speech Chicago April 11, 1965
The texture of our Nation, which has contributed to its unparallelled
greatness, comes from many ethnic, religious and nationality strains. America,
as we know it and love 1t, is like a good soup. Its full flavor comes from
the blending of many ingredients.
Yet from many quarters we hear a great deal of talk about assimilation---
especially from the younger generation. And, of course, 1t is necessary that
we should be alike in some in our standard of justice, our concept
of democratic government, our common ideal of liberty and freedom.
But, we must also recognize that we can pay too high a price for sameness.
We can make our soup bland. There are differences that we cannot afford to
lose.
I do not like to believe, and do not concede, that in this country we
have Italian-Americans, Irish-Americans, Afro-Americans or Jewish-Americans
because the hyphen implies that different groups should be given different
treatment. This is wrong.
On the other hand, it is necessary to understand that different groups
have added immessurably to American life because they are different. Out of
their differences have grown ideas, a fuller cultural life, and a more
interesting and stimulating America. Our national outlook is broader; our
character stiffer.
Rather than question in any way those who feel deep emotional ties to
other countries--whether it be Israel or Ireland or Italy or Africa-we
should salute this as a manifestation of the genius of our Nation. This
is part of what we call Americanism. It is one of the things that makes both
Israel and America unique in the world. The beauty of Joseph's coat was that
it was of many colors.
GERALD
LIBRARY
-more-
Rep. Ford speech Chicago April 11, 1965
t
And so I salute you tonight------ salute you for your support of a
worthwhile cause-- and salute you, my fellow Americans, because you
have unselfishly helped pave the road to economic self-reliance for the
people of Israel. With pride you can 5 ay you have played a major role
in Israel's progress. With your head high, you know you have personally
shared in an enterprise of historic significance for the survival of the
Jewish people and of the spirit of human freedom and dignity to which
it is dedicated.
##### ######
Israel Bond Speech
Chicago, April 11, 1965
By. Rep. Gerald R. Ford
We are here for several reasons this evening. One of them is to
salute Sheriff Dick Ogilvie. I join you in applauding him for building
a professional police force from scratch, handling the Dixmoor riots
with courage, calmness and finesse, and providing an entrenched political
machine with strong and healthy opposition.
Dick's dedication is akin to the fine work of Don Rumsfeld, who
represents the 13th District in the House of Representatives as a staunch
and articulate spokesman for the people back home in Illinois.
In all modesty, I would like to say that I am uniquely qualified to
be your speaker this evening. After all, we are here in tribute to a
valiant little country which is completely surrounded by a numerically
larger and hostile enemy. As Republican Leader of the House-where there
are 140 Republicans and 294 Democrats--I, too, am part of a valiant little
tribe completely surrounded by a numerically larger and hostile enemy.
-more@
Israel Speech-Chicago
&
So I stand before you as something of an authority on the plight
of the oppressed minorities.
May I add a postecript----- I fervently hope that we in the minority
party of this great Nation of ours exhibit the same dauntless courage,
matchless ingenuity, and rugged integrity as did those stout-hearted
pioneers of the State of Israel for the past 17 years or more.
Israel and Ford well know the problems of dealing with those goyem!
I might also add that Israel and the Republican Party have something
else in common. Some people think that Senator Dirksen and David Ben Gurion
use the same hair stylist!
This dinner reminds me of President Kennedy's classic remark to R
Democratic fund-raising function when he said "I am touched to be here, but
not as much 38 you have been!"
Being here recalls the story of Theodore McKeldin, the Republican
Mayor of Baltimore, who is always popular at Israeli events.
-more-
Israel Speech=Chicago
-3-
Several years ago, McKeldin took a trip to Israel with his 1 riend
Judge Simon Sobeloff, and on the way home their plane made a stop at
Shannon, Ireland. McKeldin said to Sobeloff: "We have to get out and kiss
the Blarney stone." When Sobeloff asked why, McKeldin answered: "Because
the Blarney stone is to we Irish what Tel Aviv is to we Jews!" It is in
this spirit of the universality and brotherhood of man that I am with you
tonight.
I'm also particularly happy to be back in Illinois--- a State which
loves the Republicans so much that last November it overwhelwingly
declined to burden us with the nagging problems of public office!
Indeed, the problems of the Illinois Republicans reminds me of the famous
Indian yogi's formula for lying on a bed of nails-----"It only hurts when
you laugh!"
Coming directly from Washington, I'm sure you would like a report on
government under the Johnson administration.
If any of you doubt that there have been some changes in Washington, I
LD
suggest you notice that printed across the top of the new Internal Revenue
LIBRARY
forms are the words, "The Eyes of Texas Are Upon You."
«more»
Israel-Chicago
However, I can report it's not true that Lyndon is planning to
change the name of the Nation's Capitol to "Austin-Kast."
I am delighted to be with you for reasons other than I discussed
earlier.
First, because of the most worthwhile cause which this dinner supports.
Very shortly the State of Israel will celebrate its seventeenth
anniversary. In that brief period in the pages of history, a courageous
and dedicated people have almost miraculously transformed a largely arid
and undeveloped land into a modern industrial nation. As you well know, this
tremendous progress has been accomplished under the most adverse circumstances.
I commend those who in the face of such adversity have accomplished so
much in so little time.
Since the Israel Bond Organisation was formed in 1951, Israel's
agricultural production has increased nearly six times, industrial production
has gone up five times, and exports have risen nine times. More than
11 million subscribers to Israel bonds should be Justly proud of their
contribution to this significant growth.
-more-
Israel Speech, Chicago
-5-
With your aid, Israel has overcome serious economic, social and
political problems. It has taken in many thousands of homeless refugees,
and given them meaningful and productive lives. It has even extended
the hand of friendship, in the form of technical assistance, to nations
which are less fortunate. On the African continent and in some parts of
Latin America, Israeli teachers, irrigation experts, medical specialists and
engineers are helping others to cross the barrier from "have-nots" to "haves."
But the problems of Israel are not all in the past. While half of the
nation is now fully developed, there is still another half that is in a
primitive state, relatively speaking. These desert and waste areas must be
irrigated, populated and made economically viable. There is still the need
to absorb an expected 500,000 additional settlers by 1970. There is still the
absolute necessity to go forward vigorously with Israel's present five-year
plan for industrislization.
Howevers with support such as yours, I have no doubt that the free and
democratic State of Isreel is well on its way to complete self-reliance and
stability.
-more-
FORD is LIBRARY
Israel Speech, Chicago
Another reason for being pleased to be with you is more complicated
and subtle.
It is because your participation in this cause represents an outstanding
example of one of the strengths of the American system.
You have made a considerable commitment of time, effort, resources
and emotion to help others with whom you feel spiritual ties.
Too often, I believe, we stress the semeness, the homogeneity, of
American life, while ignoring the healBhy differences and variations that
give such richness to the American fabric.
The texture of our Nation, which has contributed to its unparallelled
greatness, comes from many ethnic, religious and nationality strains.
America, as we know it,and love it, is like A good soup. Its full flavor
comes from the blending of many ingredients.
Yet from many quarters we hear a great deal of talk about assimilation-
especially from the younger generation. And, of course, it is necessary that
we should be alike in some ways--- in our standard of justice, our concept
of democratic government, our common ideal of liberty and freedom.
GERALD
-more-
Israel, Chicago speech
-i-
But, we must also recognise that we can pay too high a price for
sameness. We can make our soup bland. There are differences that we cannot
afford to lose.
I do not like to believe and do not concede that in this country we
have Italian-Americans, Irish-Americans, Afro-Americans or Jewish-Americans
because the hyphen implies that different groups should be differentially
treated. This is wrong.
On the other hand, it is necessary to understand that different groups
have added imeasurably to American life because they are different. Out of
their differences have grown ideas, a fuller cultural life, and a more
interesting and stimulating America. Our national outlook is broader; our
character stiffer.
Rather than question in any way those who feel deep emotional ties
to other countries---whether it be Israel or Ireland or Italy or Africa---
we should salute this as a manifestation of the genius of our Nation. This is
part of what we call Americanism. It is one of the things that makes both
Israel and America unique in the world. The beauty of Joseph's cost was that
it was of many colors.
-more-
Israel Speech, Chicago
-8-
And 80 I salute you tonight--- salute you for your support of a
worthwhile cause--- and salute you, my fellow Americans, because you have
unselfishly helped pave the road to economic self-reliance for the people
of Israel. With pride you can say you have played a major role in Israel's
progress. With your head high, you know you have personally shared in an
enterprise of historic significance for the survival of the Jewish people
and of the spirit of human freedom and dignity to which it is dedicated.
#
#
#
#
FORD & LIBRARY SERALD
Israel Bond Speech
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Chicago, April
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are here for several reasons this evening. One of them is to
salute Sheriff Dick Ogilvie. I join you in applauding him for building
a professional police force from scratch, handling the Dixmoor riots
with courage, calmness and finesse, and providing an entrenched political
machine with strong and healthy opposition.
Dick's dedication is akin to the fine work of Don Rumsfeld, who
represents the 13th District in the House of Representatives as a staunch
and articulate spokesman for the people back home in Illinois.
In all modesty, I would like to say that I am uniquely qualified to
be your speaker this evening. After all, we are here in tribute to a
valiant little country which is completely surrounded by a numerically
larger and hostile enemy. As Republican Leader of the House-where there
are 140 Republicans and 294 Democrats--- I, too, am part of a valiant little
FORD i LIBRARY GERALD
tribe completely surrounded by a numerically larger and hostile enemy.
-more®
Israel Speech-Chicago
-2-
So I stand before you as something of an authority on the plight
of the oppressed minorities.
May I add a postscript----- I fervently hope that we in the minority
party of this great Nation of ours exhibit the same dauntless courage,
matchless ingenuity, and rugged integrity as did those stout-hearted
pioneers of the State of Israel for the past 17 years or more.
Israel and Ford well know the problems of dealing with those goyem!
I might also add that Israel and the Republican Party have something
else in common. Some people think that Senator Dirksen and David Ben Gurion
use the same hair stylist!
This dinner reminds me of President Kennedy's classic remark to a
Democratic fund-raising function when he said "I am touched to be here, but
not as much as you have been!"
Being here recalls the story of Theodore McKeldin, the Republican
Mayor of Baltimore, who is always popular at Israeli events.
-more-
GERALD
Israel Speech-Chicago
Several years ago, McKeldin took a trip to Israel with his f riend
Judge Simon Sobeloff, and on the way home their plane made a stop at
Shannon, Ireland. McKeldin said to Sobeloff: "We have to get out and kiss
the Blarney stone.' When Sobeloff asked why, McKeldin answered: "Because
the Blarney stone is to we Irish what Tel Aviv is to we Jews!" It is in
this spirit of the universality and brotherhood of man that I am with you
tonight.
I'm also particularly happy to be back in Illinois a State which
loves the Republicans so much that last November it overwhelmingly
declined to burden us with the nagging problems of public office!
Indeed, the problems of the Illinois Republicans reminds me of the famous
Indian yogi's formula for lying on a bed of nails It only hurts when
you laugh!"
Coming directly from ashington, I'm sure you would like a report on
government under the Johnson administration.
If any of you doubt that there have been some changes in Washington, I
suggest you notice that printed across the top of the new Internal Revenue
forms are the words, "The Eyes of Texas Are Upon You."
-more-
Israel-Chicago
-4-
However, I can report it's not true that Lyndon is planning to
change the name of the Nation's Capitol to "Austin-East."
I am delighted to be with you for reasons other than I discussed
earlier.
First, because of the most worthwhile cause which this dinner supports.
Very shortly the State of Israel will celebrate its seventeenth
anniversary. In that brief period in the pages of history, a courageous
and dedicated people have almost miraculously transformed a largely arid
and undeveloped land into a modern industrial nation. As you well know, this
tremendous progress has been accomplished under the most adverse circumstances.
I commend those who in the face of such adversity have accomplished so
much in so little time.
Since the Israel Bond Organization was formed in 1951, Israel's
agricultural production has increased nearly six times, industrial production
has gone up five times, and exports have risen nine times. More than
11/2 million subscribers to Israel bonds should be Justly proud of their
contribution to this significant growth.
GERALD, LIBRARY
-more-
Israel Speech, Chicago
-5-
With your aid, Israel has overcome serious economic, social and
political problems. It has taken in many thousands of homeless refugees,
and given them meaningful and productive lives. It has even extended
the hand of friendship, in the form of technical assistance, to nations
which are less fortunate. On the African continent and in some parts of
Latin America, Israeli teachers, irrigation experts, medical specialists and
engineers are helping others to cross the barrier from "have-nots" to "haves."
But the problems of Israel are not all in the past. While half of the
nation is now fully developed, there is still another half that is in a
primitive state, relatively speaking. These desert and waste areas must be
irrigated, populated and made economically viable. There is still the need
to absorb an expected 500,000 additional settlers by 1970. There is still the
absolute necessity to go forward vigorously with Israel's present five-year
plan for industrialization,
However, with support such as yours, I have no doubt that the free and
democratic State of Israel is well on its way to complete self-reliance and
stability.
-more-
FORD is LIBRARY 0ERALD
Israel Speech, Chicago
Another reason for being pleased to be with you is more complicated
and subtle.
It is because your participation in this cause represents an outstanding
example of one of the strengths of the American system.
You have made a considerable commitment of time, effort, resources
and emotion to help others with whom you feel spiritual ties.
Too often, I believe, we stress the sameness, the homogeneity, of
American life, while ignoring the healthy differences and variations that
give such richness to the American fabric.
The texture of our Nation, which has contributed to its unparallelled
greatness, comes from many ethnic, religious and nationality strains.
America, as we know it and love it, is like a good soup. Its full flavor
comes from the blending of many ingredients.
Yet from many quarters we hear a great deal of talk about assimilation
especially from the younger generation. And, of course, it is necessary that
we should be alike in some ways in our standard of justice, our concept
of democratic government, our common ideal of liberty and freedom.
FORD & LIBRARY 0ERALD
-more-
Israel, Chicago speech
-7-
But, we must also recognize that we can pay too high a price for
sameness. We can make our soup bland. There are differences that we cannot
afford to lose.
I do not like to believe and do not concede that in this country we
have Italian-Americans, Irish-Americans, Afro-Americens or Jewish-Americans
because the hyphen implies that different groups should be
treatel. ment. This is wrong.
On the other hand, it is necessary to understand that different groups
have added immeasurably to American life because they are different. Out of
their differences have grown ideas, a fuller cultural life, and a more
interesting and stimulating America. Our national outlook is broader; our
character stiffer.
Rather than question in any way those who feel deep emotional ties
to other countries whether it be Israel or Ireland or Italy or Africa
we should salute this as a manifestation of the genius of our Nation. This is
part of what we call Americanism. It is one of the things that makes both
Israel and America unique in the world. The beauty of Joseph's coat was
it was of many colors.
GERALD LIBRARY
-more-
Israel Speech, Chicago
-8-
And so I salute you tonight- salute you for your support of a
worthwhile cause and salute you, my fellow Americans, because you have
unselfishly helped pave the road to economic self-reliance for the people
of Israel. With pride you can say you have played a major role in Israel's
progress. With your head high, you know you have personally shared in an
enterprise of historic significance for the survival of the Jewish people
and of the spirit of human freedom and dignity to which it is dedicated.
#
#
#
#
FORD & LIBRARY 0ERALD
Israel Bond Speech
Chicago, April 11, 1965
By Rep. Gerald R. Ford
We are here for several reason this evening. One of them is to
salute shoritt Dick Ogilvie. I join you in applauding g him for building a professional
police force from scratch, handling the Dixmoor riots with courage, calmness
and finesse and providing an entrenched political machine with strong and
healthy opposition.
Dick's dedication is akin to the fine work of Don Rumsfeld, who
represents the 13th District in the House of Representatives as a
staunch and articulate spokesman for people back home in
Illinois.
In all modesty, I would like to say that I am
uniquely
qualified to be your speaker this evening. After all, we are here
in tribute to a valiant little country which is completely surrounded
by a numerically = larger and hostile enemy. As Republican Leader
of the House where there are 140 Republicans and 294 Democrats---I, too,
FORD is LIBRARY GERALD
am part of a valiant little tribe completely surrounded by a numerically
larger and hostile enemy!
-more-
Israel--Chicago
-2-
So
stand before you as something of an authority on the
plight of the oppressed minorities!
May I add a postscript---I fervently hope that we in the minority
party in this great Nation of ours exhibit the same dauntless courage,
did
matchless ingenuity, and rugged integrity as those stout-hearted pioneers
of the State of Israel for the past 17 years or more.
Israel and Ford well know the problems of dealing with those
goyem!
I might also add that Israel and the Republican Party have something
else in common. Some people think that Senator Dirksen and David Ben
Gurion use the same hair stylist!
This dinner reminds me of President Aennedy's classic remark to a
Democratic fund-raising function when he said "I am touched to be here,
but not as much as you have been!"
Being here recalls the story of Theodore McKeldin, the Republican
Mayor of Baltimore who is always popular at Israeli events.
GERALD
more-
Israel-Chicago
Several years ago McKeldin took a trip to Israel with his friend
Judge Simon Sobeloff, and on the way home their plane made a stop at
Shannon, Ireland. McKeldin said to Sobeloff: "We have to get out and
kiss the Blarney stone." When Sobeloff asked why, McKeldin replied, "Because
the Blarney stone is to we Irish what Tel Aviv is to we Jews!" It is
in this spirit of the universality and brotherhood of man that I am with
you tonight.
I'm also particularly happy to be back in Illinois
a State which
loves the Republicans so much that last November it overwhelmingly
declined to burden us with the nagging problems of public office!
Indeed the problems of the!llinois republicans reminds me of the
famous Indian yogi's formula for lying on a bed of nails
"It only
hurts when you laugh!"
Coming directly from ashington, I'm sure you would like a report
on government under the Johnson administration.
If
any of you doubt that there have been some changes in
FORD & LIBRARY GERALD
Washington, I suggest you notice that printed across the top of the new
Internal Revenue forms are the words, "The Eyes of Texas are upon you."
more
Israel-Chicago
-4-
However, I can report it's not true that Lyndon is planning to
change the name of the Nation's Capitol to "Austin-East."
*
I am delighted to be with you for reasons other than I discussed
earlier.
First, because of the most worthwhile cause which this dinner supports.
Very shortly the State of Israel will celebrate its seventeenth
anniversæry. In that brief period in the pages of history a courageous and
dedicated people have almost miraculously transformed a largely arid and
undeveloped land into a modern industrial nation. As you well know, this
tremendous progress has been accomplished under the most adverse circumstances.
I commend those who in the face of such adversity have accomplished so
much in so little time.
Since the Israel Bond Organization was formed in 1951, Israel's
agricultural production has increased nearly six times, industrial production
have gone up five times, and exports have risen nine times. More than
1½ million subscribers to Israel Bonds should be justly proud of their
contribution to this significant growth.
-more-
Israel-Chicago
With your aid, Israel has overcome serious economic, social and
political problems. It has taken in many thousands of homeless refugess,
and given them meaningful and productive lives. It has even extended
the hand of friendship, in the form of technical assistance, to nations
which are less fortunate. On the African continent and in some parts of
Latin America, Israeli teachers, irrigation experts, medical specialists
and engineers are helping others to cross the barrier from "have-nots" to
"haves."
But the problems of Israel are not all in the past. While half of
the nation is now fully developed, there is still another half that is
speaking
in a primitive state. These desert and waste areas must be irrigated,
populated and made economically viable. There is still the need to absorb
an expected 500,000 additional S ettlers by 1970. There is still the absolute
necessity to go forward regormaly with israel's present five-year plan for
a
industrialization.
However, with support such as yours, I have no doubt that the free and
GERALD 817 R. FORD
democratic State of Israel is well on its way to complete self-reliance and
stability.
-more-
Israel-Chicago
Another reason for being pleased to be with you is more complicated
and subtle.
It is because your participation in this cause represents an
outstanding example of one of the strengths of the American system.
You have made a considerable commitment of time, effort, resources
and emotion to help others with whom you feel spiritual ties.
Too often, I believe, we stress the sameness, the homogeneity,
of American life, while ignoring the healthy differences and variations
that give such richness to the American fabric.
The texture of our Nation, which has contributed to its unparalled
greatness, comes from many ethmic, religious and nationality strains.
america, us we know of love
X is like a good soup. Its full flavor comes from the blending of many
ingredients.
Iet we hear a great deal of talk about assimilation- especially from
from many quarters
the younger generation. And, of course, it is necessary that we should be
alike in some ways in our standard of justice, our concept of democratic
government, our common ideal of liberty and freedom.
FORD is LIBRARY 07V830
-more-
Isreel-Chicago
-7-
But, we must also recognize that we can pay too high a price
our
for sameness. We can make soup bland. There are differences that we
cannot afford to lose.
& do not concede
I do not like to believe that in this country we have Italian-Americans,
reah-Americans, Afro-Americans, English ns or Jewish-Americans
because the hyphen implies that different groups should be differentially
treated. This is wrong.
On the other hand, it is necessary to understand that different
groups have added immensurably to American life because they are different. Out of
their differences have grown ideas, a fuller cultural life, and a more
interesting and stimulating America. Our national outlook is brader,
our character staffer
Rather than question in any way those who feel deep emotional
ties to other countries whether it be Israel or Ireland or Poland or
England or Africa
we should salute this as a manifestation of the
genius of our Nation. This is part of what we call Americanism. It is
one of the things that makes both Israel and America - unique in
FORD & LIBRARY GERALD
the world. The beauty of Joseph's coat was that it was of many colors.
-more-
Israel-Chicago
-8-
And so I salute you tonight----- salute you for your support of a
worthwhile cause---and salute you, my fellow Americans, because you have
helped pave the road to e conomic self-reliance for the people of Israel.
With pride you can say you have played a major role in Israel's progress.
With your head high, you know you have personally shared in an enterprise
of historic significance for the survival of the Jewish people and of
the spirit of human freedom and dignity to which it is dedicated.
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Israel Bond Speech, Chicago, April 11, 1965
Gerald R. Ford
In all modesty, Mr. Chairman, I would like to say that I am
uniquely qualified to be your speaker this evening. After all, we
are here to honor a valiant little country which is completely
surrounded by a numerically larger and hostile enemy. Well, as the
Republican leader in the House of Representatives - where there are
140 Republicans and 294 Democrats - I, too, am part of a valiant
little tribe completely surrounded by a numerically larger and
hostile enemy!
So I stand before you as something of an authority on the
plight of oppressed minorities!
Israel and Ford well know the problems of dealing with those
makesure
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goyem! (Note: Goyem is Yiddish for non-Jews or outsiders. Throw-
withing 4hr
ing in a Yiddish word might win acceptance at the outset.)
I might also add that Israel and the Republican Party have
will
something else in common. Some people think that Senator Dirksen
and David Ben Gurion use the same hair stylist!
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This dinner reminds me of President Kennedy's classic remark to
a Democratic fund-raising function: "I am touched to be here, but not
as much as you have been!"
Being here recalls a story of Theodore McKeldin, the Republican
Mayor of Baltimore who is always popular at Israeli events. Several
years ago McKeldin took a trip to Israel with his friend Judge Simon
Sobeloff, and on the way home their plane made a stop at Shannon,
Ireland. McKeldin said to Sobeloff, "We have to get out and kiss the
Blarney stone." When Sobeloff asked why, McKeldin-replied, "Because
the Blarney stone is to we Irish what Tel Aviv is to we Jews!" It is
in this spirit of the universality and brotherhood of man that I am with
you tonight.
But I should also note - as a Michigan Congressman - that I've
Comit
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never heard of any Arab voters in Grand Rapids!
I'm also particularly happy to be back in Illinois - a State
which loves the Republicans so much that last November it overwhelmingly
declined to burden us with the nagging problems of public office!
Of course not all Republicans have given up on Illinois -
That over worked omit,
Dick Nixon tells me he's still waiting for a recount in Cook County!
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Indeed the problems of the Illinois Republicans reminds me of the
famous Indian yogi's formula for lying on a bed of nails: "It only
hurts when you laugh!"
Coming directly from Washington I'm sure you would like a report
on government under the Johnson administration.
As you know, it is now fashionable on the banks of the
onet
Potomac to have an avian appendage on your name, such as Lady-Bird,
Lynda-Bird, and Luci-Bird. One cynic has even said that at last we
know what Washington is strictly for.
If any of you doubt that there have been some changes in
Washington, I suggest you notice that printed across the top of the new
Internal Revenue forms are the words, "The Eyes of Texas are Upon You."
However, I can report it's not true that Lyndon is planning to
change the name of the Nation's Capital to "Austin-East."
Of course Mr. Johnson is not the only prominent figure in
Washington. There's also Vice President Humphrey - - it's just that
onet
nobody seems to have seen him lately! Perhaps after the next election
the President can get a job as "Lyndon the Magnificent and his Famous
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Vanishing Hubert Act!" (Barry Goldwater also has an amazing act - he
makes Republicans disappear.)
I am delighted to be with you for two reasons.
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First, because of the worthwhile cause which this dinner supports.
Very shortly the State of Israel will celebrate its seventeenth
in the pages ? history
anniversary. In that brief period a courageous and dedicated people have
almost miraculously transformed a largely arid and undeveloped land into
a modern industrial nation. as you well know This tremenlous propers
has been accomphil hyder have accomplical The most adverse As much circumstances in so little time. 2 commend those who
in the face of such advert Since the Israel Bond Organization was formed in 1951, Israel's
agricultural production has increased nearly six times, industrial
production has gone up five times, and exports have risen nine times.
The more than 1,500,000 subscribers to Israel Bonds should be justly
proud of their contribution to this significant growth.
With your aid, Israel has overcome serious economic, social and
political problems. It has taken in many hundreds of thousands of
homeless refugees, and given them meaningful and productive lives. It
has even extended the hand of friendship, in the form of technical
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5
assistance, to nations which are less fortunate. On the African
continent and in some parts of Latin America, Israeli teachers, irri-
gation experts, medical specialists and engineers are helping others to
cross the barrier from "have-nots" to "haves."
But the problems of Israel are not all in the past. While half
of the nation is now fully developed, there is still another half that
is in a primitive state. These desert and waste areas must be irrigated,
populated and made economically viable. There is still the need to
absorb an expected 500,000 additional settlers by 1970. There is still
the necessity to go forward with Israel's present five-year plan for
industrialization.
However, with support such as yours, I have no doubt that the
free and democratic State of Israel is well on its way to complete
self-reliance and stability.
* * * * *
My second reason for being pleased to be with you is more
complicated and subtle.
It is because your participation in this cause represents an
outstanding example of one of the strengths of the American system.
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You have made a considerable commitment of time, effort,
resources and emotion to help others with whom you feel spiritual ties.
Too often, I believe, we stress the sameness, the homogeneity, of
American life, while ignoring the healthy differences and variations that
give such richness to the American fabric.
The texture of our Nation, which has contributed to its unparalleled
greatness, comes from many ethnic, religious and nationality strains.
It is like a good soup. Its full flavor cames from the blending of
many ingredients.
Yet we hear a great deal of talk about assimilation - especially
from the younger generation. And, of course, it is necessary that we
should be alike in some ways - in our standard of justice, our concept
of democratic government, our common ideal of liberty and freedom.
But we must also recognize that we can pay too high a price for
sameness. We can make the soup bland. There are differences that we
cannot afford to lose.
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Speech by Rep. Gerald R. Ford (R-Mich)
Israel Bonds Dinner, Chicago, Ill., April 11, 1965
FOR RELEASE UPON DELIVERY ARPIL 11, 1965
Very shortly the State of Israel will celebrate its seventeenth anniversary.
In that brief period in the pages of history, a courageous and dedicated people
have almost miraculously transformed a largely arid and undeveloped land into a
modern industrial nation.
As you well know, this tremendous progress has been accomplished under the most
adverse circumstances. I commend those who in the face of such adversity have
accomplished so much in so little time.
Since the Israel Bond Organization was formed in 1951, Israel's agricultural
production has increased nearly six times, industrial production has gone up five
times, and exports have risen nine times. More than 1½ million subscribers to
bonds should be justly proud of their contribution to this significant growth.
With your aid, Israel has overcome serious economic, social and political
problems. It has taken in many thousands of homeless refugees, and given them more
meaningful and productive lives. It has even extended the hand of friendship, in the
form of technical assistance, to nations which are less fortunate. On the African
continent and in some parts of Latin America, Isreeli teachers, irrigation experts,
medical specialists and engineers are helping others to cross the barrier from
"have-nots" to "haves"
But the problems of Israel are not all in the past, While half of the nation is
now fully developed, there is still another half that is in a primitive state,
relatively speaking. These desert and waste areas must be irrigated, populated and
made economically viable. There is still the need to absorb an expected 500,000
additional settlers by 1970. There is still the absolute necessity to go forward
vigorously with Israel's present five-year plan for industrialization.
However, with support such as yours, I have no doubt that the free and the
democratic State of Israel is well on its way to complete self-reliance and
stability.
One of the reasons for being pleased to be with you is more complicated and
subtle. It is because your participation in this cause represents an outstanding
example of one of the strengths of the American system.
You have made a considerable commitment of time, effort, resources and emotion
to help others with whom you feel spiritual ties.
- more -
Speech by Rep. Gerald R. Ford
Chicago, April 11, 1965
-2-
Too often, I believe, we stress the sameness, the homogeneity, of American life
while ignoring the healthy differences and variations that give such richness to
the American fabric.
The texture of our Nation, which has contributed to its unparalleled greatness,
comes from many ethnic, religious and nationality strains. America, as we know it
and love it, is like a good soup. Its full flavor comes from the blending of many
ingredients.
Yet from many Quarters we hear a great deal of talk about assimilation
especially from the younger generation. And, of course, it is necessary that we
should be alike in some ways
in our standard of justice, our concept of democration
1c government, our common ideal of liberty and freedom.
But, we must also recognize that we can pay too high a price for sameness, We
can make our soup bland. There are differences that we cannot afford to lose.
I do not like to believe and do not concede that in this country we have
Italian-Americans, Irish-Americans, Afro-Americans or Jewish-Americans, because the
hyphen implies that different groups should be differentially treated. This is
wrong.
On the other hand, it is necessary to understand that different groups have
added immeasurably to American life because they are different. Out of their
differences have grown ideas, a fuller cultural life, and a more interesting and
stimulating America. Our national outlook is broader; our character stiffer.
Rather than question in any way those who feel deep emotional ties to other
countries whether it be Israel or Ireland or Italy or Africa we should salute
this as a manifestation of the genius of our Nation. This is part of what we call
Americanism. It is one of the things that makes both Israel and America unique in
the world. The beauty of Joseph's coat was that it was of many colors.
And
so I salute you salute you for your support of a worthwhile cause
and
salute you, my fellow Americans, because you have unselfishly helped pave the road
to economic self-reliance for the people of Israel. With pride you can say you have
played a major role in Israel's progress. With your head high, you know you have
personally shared in an enterprise of historic significance for the survival of the
Jewish people and of the spirit of human freedom and dignity to which it is
dedicated.
###### ###### ######
Speech by Rep. Gerald R. Ford (R-Mich)
Israel Bonds Dinner, Chicago, Ill,, April 11, 1965
FOR RELEASE UPON DELIVERY ARPIL 11, 1965
Very shortly the State of Israel will celebrate its seventeenth anniversary.
In that brief period in the pages of history, a courageous and dedicated people
have almost miraculously transformed a largely arid and undeveloped land into a
modern industrial nation.
As you well know, this tremendous progress has been accomplished under the most
adverse circumstances. I commend those who in the face of such adversity have
accomplished so much in so little time.
Since the Israel Bond Organization was formed in 1951, Israel's agricultural
production has increased nearly six times, industrial production has gone up five
times, and exports have risen nine times. More than 12 million subscribers to Israel
bonds should be justly proud of their contribution to this significant growth.
With your aid, Israel has overcome serious economic, social and political
problems. It has taken in many thousands of homeless refugees, and given them more
meaningful and productive lives. It has even extended the hand of friendship, in the
form of technical assistance, to nations which are less fortunate, On the African
continent and in some parts of Latin America, Israeli teachers, irrigation experts,
medical specialists and engineers are helping others to cross the barrier from
"have-nots" to "haves."
But the problems of Israel are not all in the past. While half of the nation is
now fully developed, there is still another half that is in a primitive state,
relatively speaking. These desert and waste areas must be irrigated, populated and
made economically viable. There is still the need to absorb an expected 500,000
additional settlers by 1970. There is still the absolute necessity to go forward
vigorously with Israel's present five-year plan for industrialization,
However, with support such as yours, I have no doubt that the free and the
democratic State of Israel is well on its way to complete self-reliance and
stability.
One of the reasons for being pleased to be with you is more complicated and
subtle. It is because your participation in this cause represents an outstanding
example of one of the strengths of the American system.
You have made a considerable commitment of time, effort, resources and emotion
to help others with whom you feel spiritual ties.
- more -
Speech by Rep. Gerald R. Ford
Chicago, April 11, 1965
-2-
Too often, I believe, we stress the sameness, the homogeneity, of American life
while ignoring the healthy differences and variations that give such richness to
the American fabric.
The texture of our Nation, which has contributed to its unparalleled greatness,
comes from many ethnic, religious and nationality strains. America, as we know it
and love it, is like a good soup. Its full flavor comes from the blending of many
ingredients.
Yet from many quarters we hear a great deal of talk about assimilation
especially from the younger generation. And, of course, it is necessary that we
should be alike in some ways in our standard of justice, our concept of democrat-
1c government, our common ideal of liberty and freedom.
But, we must also recognize that we can pay too high a price for sameness, We
can make our soup bland. There are differences that we cannot afford to lose.
I do not like to believe and do not concede that in this country we have
Italian-Americans, Irish-Americans, Afro-Americans or Jewish-Americans, because the
hyphen implies that different groups should be differentially treated. This is
wrong.
On the other hand, it is necessary to understand that different groups have
added immeasurably to American life because they are different. Out of their
differences have grown ideas, a fuller cultural life, and a more interesting and
stimulating America. Our national outlook is broader; our character stiffer.
Rather than question in any way those who feel deep emotional ties to other
countries whether it be Israel or Ireland or Italy or Africa we should salute
this as a manifestation of the genius of our Nation. This is part of what we call
Americanism. It is one of the things that makes both Israel and America unique in
the world. The beauty of Joseph's coat was that it was of many colors.
And so I salute you salute you for your support of a worthwhile cause--and
salute you, my fellow Americans, because you have unselfishly helped pave the road
to economic self-reliance for the people of Israel. With pride you can say you have
played a major role in Israel's progress. With your head high, you know you have
personally shared in an enterprise of historic significance for the survival of the
Jewish people and of the spirit of human freedom and dignity to which it is
dedicated.
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