Richard Nixon: “If we unilaterally slashed our defenses now as our opponents in this election advocate, the Soviets would have no…”

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

I have done my very best in all the days since to be true to that pledge.

In keeping Federal spending under control, we do not intend, of course, to single out only farm or environmental programs.

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