Richard Nixon: “The signs are hopeful.”

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

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

Mistakes, yes. But for personal gain, never.

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…