Richard Nixon actually said...

It is a setback, but we will remain on a continuing course of exploration and development in those areas in which America traditionally has taken the leading role, and from which so much has flowed to the benefit of mankind.

Context

Statement About Senate Action Disapproving Funds for the Supersonic Transport Program

03/23/1971

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