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191. Terry Sanford, in a statement from the office of the President at Duke University, discusses the inefficiencies and ineffectiveness of the national government due to its complex and overlapping structure. He suggests reorganizing government departments to focus on general purposes and establish clear lines of authority, making them accountable to the people. Sanford believes this reorganization will make government more responsive, efficient, and effective, and prevent Congressional purposes from being lost in bureaucratic inefficiencies. He highlights bipartisan efforts and recommendations from previous task forces as the basis for his proposed reorganization.

192. James M. Roche, Chairman of General Motors Corporation, supports the government reorganization program to improve the efficiency of the federal government in serving society's needs. The program is non-partisan and aims to make the government more responsive and effective in achieving its goals. The committee formed by Roche is dedicated to raising public awareness and assisting in the implementation of the reorganization program.

193. A non-partisan Citizens Committee for Government Reorganization has been formed by prominent citizens, including former officials and business leaders, to advocate for rational reorganization of the executive branch of the federal government. The committee believes that reorganization will lead to greater efficiency, economy, and better use of taxpayer dollars. They support President Nixon's reorganization proposals and aim to change the focus of the federal bureaucracy from constituency to purpose. The committee emphasizes the importance of reform before public frustration with government reaches a crisis point.

196. The Citizens Committee for Government Reorganization is a non-partisan organization aimed at educating the public and leaders on the importance of rational organization within the Federal Executive Branch to address the nation's problems effectively. The committee is set to open on May 3, 1971, and is led by prominent individuals from various sectors.

200. The text lists the co-chairmen and organizing members of a committee for government reorganization, as well as the suggested action program for the committee. The action program includes a letter campaign, articles/media program, TV documentary, advertising in print media, speakers bureau, television appearances by members, Washington conference, materials for distribution in the educational community, and city visits. The goal is to raise awareness and support for government reorganization.