Richard Nixon: “Because they are vitally involved in the operations of our government, the example they set for others means much.”

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

Our military forces deter potential aggressors and, together with those of our allies, serve to assure the continued security of the free world.

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.

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