Richard Nixon: “And I can add this: that the independence and the integrity of Pakistan is a cornerstone of American foreign policy.”

Our military forces deter potential aggressors and, together with those of our allies, serve to assure the continued security of the free world.

I did not realize the extent of the implications which these conversations might now appear to have.

As a result of these efforts, I am confident that the world is a safer place today, not only for the people of America but for the people of all nations, and that all of our children have a better chance than before of living in peace…

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