Richard Nixon: “This Order shall become effective upon publication in the Federal Register.”

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

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…

This was a serious act of omission for which I take full responsibility and which I deeply regret.

I did not realize the extent of the implications which these conversations might now appear to have.