Political Quotes

Richard Nixon: The effect of these limits would be to safeguard the essential intent of Congress in originally establishing the various…

On the recordApril 29, 1969
The effect of these limits would be to safeguard the essential intent of Congress in originally establishing the various programs; the effect of consolidation would be to carry out that intent more effectively and more efficiently.
Said by
Richard Nixon
Republican · California

Editor's note · Context

Special Message to the Congress on Consolidation of Federal Assistance Programs.

Share

More from Richard Nixon

Aug 4, 1974

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

presidency.ucsb.edu
Aug 8, 1974

Always remember, others may hate you, but those who hate you don't win unless you hate them, and then you destroy yourself.

presidency.ucsb.edu

Other voices in this conversation