Richard Nixon actually said...

I remain just as committed to the attack on cancer as I was when I signed the original legislation on December 23, 1971.

Now, Therefore, I, Richard M. Nixon, President of the United States of America do hereby designate Sunday, January 27, 1974, as National MIA...

I also call upon State and local officials and private organizations to observe this day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

I call upon all Americans to join on this occasion in expressing the clear, continuing commitment of the American people and their Governmen...