Richard Nixon: “My decision today is intended to secure the future not only of the Big Cypress but also of an adequate water supply for…”

Two weeks ago, I vowed to the American people that any appropriations bill substantially above my budget for fiscal year 1975 would be vetoed.

May God's grace be with you in all the days ahead.

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

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