Richard Nixon: “It is also a Christmas for the first time in 20 years when no young American is being drafted for the armed services.”

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

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…

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

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