Richard Nixon actually said...

That is why your visit to Washington is particularly appropriate, because all of the politicians here try to land on their feet, sometimes without success.

Context

Remarks During a Meeting With the U.S.S.R. Women's Gymnastic Team.

03/20/1973

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