Richard Nixon actually said...

Our deep regrets and condolences go to the families of the victims of all nationalities.

Governments must resist terrorists' demands since appeasement will not put an end to this international scourge.

The United States Government will continue to provide leadership and all possible assistance in this humanitarian endeavor.

Therefore, I cannot give the sanction of the executive branch to this bad legislation by signing it into law; neither, in the present circum...