Richard Nixon: “The Medal may be bestowed by the President upon any citizen of the United States at the sole discretion of the…”

Always give your best, never get discouraged, never be petty.

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…

This, more than anything, is what I hope will be my legacy to you, to our country, as I leave the Presidency.

Always remember, others may hate you, but those who hate you don't win unless you hate them, and then you destroy yourself.