Richard Nixon: “Young Americans today are more aware than ever before of the problems and the opportunities before us.”

In keeping Federal spending under control, we do not intend, of course, to single out only farm or environmental programs.

Two weeks ago, I vowed to the American people that any appropriations bill substantially above my budget for fiscal year 1975 would be vetoed.

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…

May God's grace be with you in all the days ahead.