Richard Nixon: “We want to back you up, back you up in your actions to restore a respect for law and also to have laws that deserve…”

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

This house has a great heart, and that heart comes from those who serve.

And as I leave, let me say, that is an example I think all of us should remember.

I firmly believe that our current fiscal situation demands national unanimity on the issues of a larger concern.