Richard Nixon: “Each of those who receives an award today, as you will note, has shown bravery in this larger sense, in serving his…”

I take this occasion once again to urge prompt and final action on the Trade Reform Act.

This was a serious act of omission for which I take full responsibility and which I deeply regret.

I have always tried to do what was best for the Nation.

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…