Richard Nixon: “I request the Congress to enact an amendment as soon as the House returns from its recess to place the functions of the…”

I have done my very best in all the days since to be true to that pledge.

I did not realize the extent of the implications which these conversations might now appear to have.

I invite the Governors of the States and of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and other officials at the local level to issue similar proclamations.

I further urge all students in our country to acquaint themselves fully with their own student government associations and to play a constructive role in contributing to their success.