Richard Nixon

Always remember, others may hate you, but those who hate you don't win unless you hate them, and then you destroy yourself.

We think that when we suffer a defeat that all is ended.

It is only a beginning, always.

Always give your best, never get discouraged, never be petty.

This country needs good farmers, good businessmen, good plumbers, good carpenters.

And as I leave, let me say, that is an example I think all of us should remember.

We will see you again.

My mother was a saint.

This house has a great heart, and that heart comes from those who serve.

I have never been a quitter. To leave office before my term is completed is abhorrent to every instinct in my body. But as president, I must put the interests of America first. Therefore, I shall resign the presidency effective at noon…

This, more than anything, is what I hope will be my legacy to you, to our country, as I leave the Presidency.

I have done my very best in all the days since to be true to that pledge.

I firmly believe that our current fiscal situation demands national unanimity on the issues of a larger concern.

This legislation exceeds my budgetary recommendations by such a large amount--some $540 million--that it presents a clear and distinct threat to our fight against inflation and cannot be accepted.

Therefore, I shall resign the Presidency effective at noon tomorrow.

Two weeks ago, I vowed to the American people that any appropriations bill substantially above my budget for fiscal year 1975 would be vetoed.

May God's grace be with you in all the days ahead.

I take this occasion once again to urge prompt and final action on the Trade Reform Act.

I have never been a quitter.

As a result of these efforts, I am confident that the world is a safer place today, not only for the people of America but for the people of all nations, and that all of our children have a better chance than before of living in peace…

To leave office before my term is completed is abhorrent to every instinct in my body.

Time is now of the essence with regard to the trade bill.

Further study is essential if we are to avoid ineffective Federal spending for these purposes.

I have always tried to do what was best for the Nation.