Richard Nixon: “This action is being taken to help us meet the exploding demand for beef in this country.”

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

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

Further study is essential if we are to avoid ineffective Federal spending for these purposes.

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.