Richard Nixon: “THE MESSAGE which I have just signed contains my recommendations to the Congress for sweeping reform of the U.S. foreign…”

This house has a great heart, and that heart comes from those who serve.

This country needs good farmers, good businessmen, good plumbers, good carpenters.

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…