Richard Nixon: “We propose, simply, to protect and preserve a basic right of all Americans.”

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…

My mother was a saint.

This country needs good farmers, good businessmen, good plumbers, good carpenters.

We will see you again.