Richard Nixon: “He served his nation as Director of the FBI for 48 years under eight American Presidents with total loyalty…”

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

Our military forces deter potential aggressors and, together with those of our allies, serve to assure the continued security of the free world.

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

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