Richard Nixon: “For the future of so many of our young people, and for the quality of life of this Nation, I urge the Congress to act…”

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…

As far as what the President personally knew and did with regard to Watergate and the coverup is concerned, these materials--together with those already made available--will tell it all.

This country needs good farmers, good businessmen, good plumbers, good carpenters.

We will see you again.