Richard Nixon: “We are proud of this American adventure, but this is more than an American adventure.”

As a result of these efforts, I am confident that the world is a safer place today, not only for the people of America but for the people of all nations, and that all of our children have a better chance than before of living in peace…

To leave office before my term is completed is abhorrent to every instinct in my body.

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

Therefore, I shall resign the Presidency effective at noon tomorrow.