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Country that disrespect for law that is the first step towards the overthrow of
duly constituted Government.

In contrast to what we see in conquered countries of Europe today, here in
America law and law enforcement are the voice and the strong right arm of the
people themselves. There has never been a time in our Country when this has
not been true. There has never been a time when it is more important for its
continuing to be so.

Yours is a tremendous responsibility. As holders of the people's faith,
you well deserve that faith. You are soldiers of justice. In your keeping is
the opportunity for honest, loyal Americans to live the American way. Yours
is the obligation to demonstrate that the American1 System of Government is
capable of meeting any challenge from within as well as from without.