Richard Nixon: “I AM sure that all Americans will join me in extending congratulations to Secretary of State Henry A. Kissinger upon his…”

Time is now of the essence with regard to the trade bill.

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.

I have done my very best in all the days since to be true to that pledge.

Always give your best, never get discouraged, never be petty.