Richard Nixon actually said...

He is not a man discouraged by temporary reversals; he has the perseverance, dedication, intelligence, and drive that are among the prime ingredients of great executive leadership.

Context

Statement on the Virginia Gubernatorial Campaign.

10/27/1969

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