Richard Nixon: “I have concluded that the principles stated in my letter to you of July 6th preclude me from complying with that…”

This legislation exceeds my budgetary recommendations by such a large amount--some $540 million--that it presents a clear and distinct threat to our fight against inflation and cannot be accepted.

Always remember, others may hate you, but those who hate you don't win unless you hate them, and then you destroy yourself.

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.

I am pleased that in this bill the Congress has expressed support for our objectives by authorizing $22.2 billion for military procurement purposes during fiscal year 1975.