Richard Nixon: “So long as we are the strongest nation in the world, this is the greatest deterrent to anybody that would threaten the…”

It is regrettable that the Congress has seen fit to add to a bill of such importance to our national security a rider adversely affecting the constitutional separation of powers.

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

In keeping Federal spending under control, we do not intend, of course, to single out only farm or environmental programs.

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