Richard Nixon

There is no suggestion, in asking for a reexamination of that decision, of impropriety or illegality or improper influence.

I HAVE BEEN deeply saddened by reports of the natural disaster which struck the State of Mississippi last Thursday.

To the families of those who have lost their lives and to other victims of these disasters, I extend my deep personal sympathy and that of the Nation.

I have asked the Office of Emergency Preparedness and other agencies of the Federal Government to thoroughly investigate the situation in Mississippi and to take immediate actions which they deem appropriate.

So if I may present him now with the Biblical scripture, 'The last shall be first,' as far as this administration is concerned.

I should also point out that he takes an office which, throughout the history of this country, has been somewhat controversial.

Please do not take any further action in connection with the international aspects of this matter until I have had an opportunity to finally advise you of my decision upon the merits.

We are not interested in confirmation for confirmation's sake.

Dr. Arthur Burns, a longtime friend and trusted adviser, has agreed to join the White House Staff as the Counsellor to the President.

Dr. Burns will, of course, work closely with members of the Cabinet, Dr. McCracken, Mr. Harlow, and others on the White House Staff.

Seek constant improvement in the actual delivery of public services to citizens.

The establishment of the President's Urban Affairs Council is an historic occasion in American Government.

There is hereby established the Council for Urban Affairs.

Having a policy in urban affairs is no more a guarantor of success than having one in foreign affairs.

Dr. Burns' role will be that of a generalist, dealing with a broad province of legislative and executive actions.

Dr. Burns will have Cabinet rank.

You may not see too much of them later.

It was to me a very great honor to be sworn in by the Chief Justice.

We know that this is going to be a very dedicated Staff.

I try not to call after midnight.

This is a great house.

I feel that with him by my side, we are going to be able to provide some direction and leadership to the Nation that the Nation wants and that the Nation needs.

I simply want you to know that while the hours will be long, and the work will be hard, I hope it will be rewarding.

I do not think there will be any that will be more important.

It is ours, too, but it is yours, and we are glad to be here.