...that those who had remained at home had acquired a tremendous head start financially over servicemen, and that, therefore, some assistance should be given...veterans in readjusting and regaining lost ground. In commenting on the proposed legislation, President Roosevelt stated: "The problems of readjustment...

...often at a great economic sacrifice, and had been put through vigorous training, with many of them being exposed to personal danger and hardships. It...employment opportunities for as many veterans as possible. '. . V . When the Veterans' Preference Act of 1944 was debated. Congressman Starnes of Alabama, in...

...financially over the servicemen and that, therefore, some assistance should be given to the veterans readjusting and regaining lost ground. Veterans' preference...as possible. When the Veterans' Preference Act of 1944 was debated, Congressman Starnes of Alabama, in urging adoption of the bill, commented in part...