This area, the cradle of civilization, and now we have the challenge, the opportunity, the privilege of seeing that the civilization which we have inherited from the great giants of the past survives and not only survives but is passed on to future generations.
Toasts of the President and President Anwar el-Sadat of Egypt at a State Dinner in Cairo
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And as I leave, let me say, that is an example I think all of us should remember.
I have done my very best in all the days since to be true to that pledge.
Two weeks ago, I vowed to the American people that any appropriations bill substantially above my budget for fiscal year 1975 would be vetoed.
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