Richard Nixon: “I leaned in the direction of the program before.”

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

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

Further study is essential if we are to avoid ineffective Federal spending for these purposes.

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.