Richard Nixon: “There are many reprehensible crimes, in my opinion, in this country.”

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

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

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…

Further study is essential if we are to avoid ineffective Federal spending for these purposes.