Richard Nixon: “All executive departments, independent establishments, and other governmental agencies, including their field services…”

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 have always tried to do what was best for the Nation.

I also call upon appropriate community organizations to cooperate with the Customs Service in recognizing 185 years of mutually beneficial relationships.

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.