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Richard Nixon

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Richard Milhous Nixon was the 37th President of the United States, serving from January 20, 1969, until his resignation on August 9, 1974. A member of the Republican Party, he previously held the office of Vice President under Dwight D. Eisenhower from 1953 to 1961. Nixon's presidency is noted for significant foreign policy achievements, including the historic opening of relations with China and the policy of détente with the Soviet Union. Domestically, he is recognized for establishing the Environmental Protection Agency and implementing various social programs.

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Dec 19, 1971

I agree with the above finding and recommendation of the Director and deem it necessary and consistent with the security objectives of Proclamation No. 3279, as amended, to adjust the imports of petroleum and petroleum products, and to…

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Dec 19, 1971

After consultation with the Secretary of the Treasury and the Secretary of State today, I have signed a proclamation [4098] removing the 10 percent surcharge.

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Dec 19, 1971

The fact that it is not the same does not mean that it is still not very necessary, and perhaps even more important than it was.

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Dec 19, 1971

I believe that this meeting has been, along with its predecessors, an historic meeting.

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Dec 19, 1971

We know, therefore, that when we talk, we begin with a devotion to the freedom of men, a devotion to economic progress in a climate of freedom, and a devotion to building a structure of peace in which all nations may have the right to…

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Dec 19, 1971

We look again back to that relationship between the two of us--what comes home on such a day as this, if I may speak in personal terms, the 5 hours today the Prime Minister and I talked, that was really a full, far-ranging discussion.

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Dec 19, 1971

This Proclamation shall be effective with respect to merchandise entered, or withdrawn from warehouse, for consumption on or after December 20, 1971.

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Dec 17, 1971

Ladies and gentlemen: It is my very great privilege to announce on behalf of the Finance Ministers and the other representatives of the ten countries involved, the conclusion of the most significant monetary agreement in the history of the…

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Dec 17, 1971

The answer is: When agreements are reached in which all parties bargain hard and fight hard for their position, when that agreement is mutually reached, then it is an agreement which is to the mutual benefit of both.

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Dec 16, 1971

More than that, they merit it as a matter of ecological right--as anyone knows who has ever stood awed at the indomitable spirit and sheer energy of a mustang running free.

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Dec 16, 1971

The legislation I have signed today recognizes the special obligation our country owes them.

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Dec 16, 1971

This Order shall become effective upon publication in the Federal Register.

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Dec 16, 1971

Each employee has the right, freely and without fear of penalty or reprisal, to form, join, and assist any organization as defined herein or to refrain from any such activity, and each employee shall be protected in the exercise of this…

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Dec 16, 1971

I HAVE signed today two bills which will expand and reform pension payments and compensation benefits for America's veterans and their dependents.

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Dec 16, 1971

The enactment of this legislation marks another important step in our efforts to provide a better life for those who have given so much to preserve and protect our Nation.

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Dec 16, 1971

I am happy to take part in the effort to guarantee their future, and I salute particularly those determined young defenders of the wild horse who have helped give impetus to this effort.

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Dec 16, 1971

Foreign affairs agency management shall reserve the right in accordance with applicable law and regulations: to direct employees of the agencies.

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Dec 16, 1971

I believe that S. 1116, which I am approving today, prepares us to take just such measures.

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