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ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY: August 13, 1953 the Republican anti-discrimination President’s Committee on Government Contracts Republican measures to promote fairness in government. August 13th 1953, Dwight Eisenhower issued Executive Order 10479. He intended to undo the racially discriminatory practices of the FDR and Truman administrations."It is the obligation of the contracting agencies of the United States Government and government contractors to insure compliance with, and successful execution of, the equal employment opportunity program of the United States Government." Banned was awarding government contracts based on an applicant's race, creed, color, or national origin. Established was the President’s Committee on Government Contracts. Vice President Richard Nixon was named to chair this Committee. https://grandoldpartisan.typepad.com/blog/2025/08/pcgc.html