Richard Nixon: “I feel that with him by my side, we are going to be able to provide some direction and leadership to the Nation that the…”

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

To leave office before my term is completed is abhorrent to every instinct in my body.

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

This was a serious act of omission for which I take full responsibility and which I deeply regret.