Richard Nixon: “We have the opportunity to support the aspirations of young Americans.”

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…

I do hereby proclaim October 29, 1974, as National Student Government Day.

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

I further urge all students in our country to acquaint themselves fully with their own student government associations and to play a constructive role in contributing to their success.