Richard Nixon: “I believe that over a period of time the use of improved professional selection methods will improve the level of…”

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

Mistakes, yes. But for personal gain, never.

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