Richard Nixon: “I urge also that on this consecrated day, all the people of America offer their prayers to the Almighty to make reason…”

I have always tried to do what was best for the Nation.

As far as what the President personally knew and did with regard to Watergate and the coverup is concerned, these materials--together with those already made available--will tell it all.

And as I leave, let me say, that is an example I think all of us should remember.

Therefore, I shall resign the Presidency effective at noon tomorrow.