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DEPOSITED BY THE

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL

THE UNITED STATES COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS,
Washington, D.C., September 30, 1963.

THE PRESIDENT

THE PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE

THE SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

SIRS:

The Commission on Civil Rights presents to you its report pursuant to Public Law 85-315, as amended by the 87th Congress. Interim reports and transcripts of proceedings have been submitted previously.

This report is the culmination of 2 years of factfinding and investigation by the Commission. A number of subject areas vital to the Nation's safety and well-being have been reviewed. While the Commission has found hope in the civil rights progress that has been made, there remain serious matters of concern that can be corrected only by executive or legislative action.

We urge your consideration of the facts presented and of the recommendations for corrective action.

Respectfully yours,

JOHN A. HANNAH, Chairman
ROBERT G. STOREY, Vice Chairman

ERWIN N. GRISWOLD

REV. THEODORE M. HESBURGH, C.S.C.

ROBERT S. RANKIN

SPOTTSWOOD W. ROBINSON, III

BERL I. BERNHARD, Staff Director

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Without the cooperation of many private citizens and organizations, and of government agencies and officials, Federal, State, and local, this report would not have been possible. It would be futile to attempt to list all to whom we are indebted. To single out some for recognition would be a disservice to the many.

It is appropriate, however, that we thank President John F. Kennedy and the officials of his administration who have supported our activities and made available information essential to the completion of our task.

Also appropriate for recognition here is the work of members of the State advisory committees constituted by the Commission in each of the 50 States and the District of Columbia. Many of these private citizens have given generously of their time and energy to aid the Commission in its fact-gathering activity. Numerous committee reports have added greatly to the understanding of State and local civil rights problems.

Lastly, but with the deepest sense of gratitude, we acknowledge the efforts of our able and dedicated staff. Under the distinguished and dynamic leadership of the Staff Director, Berl I. Bernhard, the program of the Commission has been carried forward with strength, comprehension, and dignity.

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