We agreed on the importance of economic stability to the political cohesion of the developed countries.

I look forward to a visit to Germany.

Last night's power failure affecting 10 million people in New York City and parts of the metropolitan area is another dramatic reminder of the total dependence of this nation on reliable energy supplies.

We must assure all nations access to the nuclear energy they need.

I am directing all agencies of the Executive Branch to support you in any way that their assistance may be useful.

I hope that you will be able to report your findings at a very early date.

The small differences between our governments have often become exaggerated in public accounts.

True leadership is about making the tough decisions and standing by them, even when they are unpopular.

The strength comes from the people who have a dedication and a willingness for self-sacrifice in times of challenge.

Those of us who have had some background in science have seen the preeminent scientific discoveries originate in Germany.

I will nominate John R. Lewis, of Atlanta, Ga., to be an Associate Director (Domestic Operations) of the ACTION Agency.

The Panel will submit, within 60 days, a list of five names from which the President may select a nominee to fill the vacancy created by the death of the Honorable J. Braxton Craven, Jr.

This is a time of challenge to the democracies of the world.

I think this is typical of him.

And I just want all of you to know how much we appreciate this good relationship.

We're very proud that we share with the Federal Republic of Germany a complete commitment to democratic processes.

We are eager to share our own problems and challenges and hopes and dreams and aspirations with others.

This friendship that exists between the United States and the Federal Republic has existed from the very day the Federal Republic was formed.