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United Nations Funds / Congressional Reaction #13040

ABC Evening News for Tuesday, Oct 26, 1971
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(Studio) United States gave $317 million to United Nations last fiscal year; 38% of money United Nations spends. Major of Congress feels United States contribution must be cut.
REPORTER: Howard K. Smith

(DC) Senator Barry Goldwater says United States should pull out of UN. [GOLDWATER - suggests we stop all funds; says will be happy if they folded; believes no way for United Nations to be instrument for world peace when dominated by Communist cntrys.] [Senator Peter H. DOMINICK - says shouldn't withdraw, but review financial commitments.] [Senator Abraham RIBICOFF - says United States can't pick up marbles and go home every time it loses; needs to get back in leadership post.] Senator Mike Mansfield calls for fund cut.
REPORTER: Bob Clark

Reporter(s):
Clark, Bob;
Smith, Howard K.
Duration:
00:02:20

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