Richard Nixon: “I want to extend my deepest sympathy to the families struck by this disaster.”

This, more than anything, is what I hope will be my legacy to you, to our country, as I leave the Presidency.

I am pleased that in this bill the Congress has expressed support for our objectives by authorizing $22.2 billion for military procurement purposes during fiscal year 1975.

Always give your best, never get discouraged, never be petty.

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