Richard Nixon: “I have never seen a rally that could surpass this not only in size, but in enthusiasm”

And as I leave, let me say, that is an example I think all of us should remember.

It is regrettable that the Congress has seen fit to add to a bill of such importance to our national security a rider adversely affecting the constitutional separation of powers.

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

I have never been a quitter. To leave office before my term is completed is abhorrent to every instinct in my body. But as president, I must put the interests of America first. Therefore, I shall resign the presidency effective at noon…