Richard Nixon actually said...

It is my intention and expectation that the two will work in close harmony, reinforcing each other's mission.

Special Message to the Congress About Reorganization Plans To Establish the Environmental Protection Agency and the National...

07/08/1970

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The separation was to be seen in the distance between them-just over a mile.

The past informs, but does not dictate our vision of the future.

During that week I urge all the Governors of States, mayors of cities, and other public officials, as well as leaders of industry, education...

That dream included a city that was to be different from all others, even as the Nation itself was to be.