Richard Nixon: “I am confident that the House will pass General Revenue Sharing by a large majority, and it is essential that this be…”

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

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…

It is only a beginning, always.

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