Richard Nixon: “I urge the Congress to act upon these proposals in the same spirit.”

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…

A strong America is essential to maintaining world peace.

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…

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