Richard Nixon: “In deciding to grant or deny an exemption or realignment, the Secretary shall consider, among other things, the policy…”

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…

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

This, more than anything, is what I hope will be my legacy to you, to our country, as I leave the Presidency.

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…