Richard Nixon: “We have prevented the imposition of a Communist government by force on South Vietnam.”

It is essential that we move ahead to revitalize the global trading system through multilateral negotiations.

Our military forces deter potential aggressors and, together with those of our allies, serve to assure the continued security of the free world.

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

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…