Richard Nixon: “Every new influx of refugees or immigrants from abroad has strengthened America.”

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

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

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

I invite the Governors of the States and of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico and other officials at the local level to issue similar proclamations.