Richard Nixon: “As a major step toward improved administration of these programs, I urge that Congress enact a Grant Consolidation Act.”

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.

It is essential that we move ahead to revitalize the global trading system through multilateral negotiations.

A strong America is essential to maintaining world peace.

I have always tried to do what was best for the Nation.