Richard Nixon: “And we can contribute a great deal to the quality of our existence and to the vitality of our society by doing all we…”

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…

As far as what the President personally knew and did with regard to Watergate and the coverup is concerned, these materials--together with those already made available--will tell it all.

I further urge all students in our country to acquaint themselves fully with their own student government associations and to play a constructive role in contributing to their success.

I am firmly convinced that the record, in its entirety, does not justify the extreme step of impeachment and removal of a President.