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.
May 8, 1973
But I would add that the place where that should happen is in the courts of law.
May 3, 1973
But we also know that expanded trade must be achieved within the context of an international economic system which is fair to all participants.
May 3, 1973
We stand today on the threshold of a new era of peace in the world—a time that opens new and ever-widening opportunities for global cooperation which can bring a greater measure of progress and prosperity for the peoples of all nations.
May 3, 1973
I am particularly pleased that S. 50 eliminates many of the significant problems which were present in the earlier legislation while also building upon the strengths of existing programs.
May 2, 1973
We reached an unprecedented agreement limiting the nuclear arsenals that have haunted the world for a generation.
May 2, 1973
We shall continue this year to build our promising new relationship with the People's Republic of China.
May 2, 1973
We have moved toward major reform of the international economic system, although the process of readjustment is still marked by crises.
May 2, 1973
We shall pay particular attention to our neighbors in this hemisphere.
May 2, 1973
I look forward to welcoming the Soviet leadership to this country later in the year.
May 1, 1973
The results produced so far by the policy of detente encourage the governments to continue along the road of negotiations and to respond positively to a constructive policy on the part of the East.
May 1, 1973
The unity and solidarity of the Alliance, an adequate presence of US forces in Europe, and a credible deterrent are indispensable.
May 1, 1973
The peace and prosperity of their nations depend on the preservation and consolidation of Atlantic solidarity.
May 1, 1973
The American economy is operating much closer to capacity than in the summer of 1971.
Apr 30, 1973
Ladies and gentlemen, it is in that spirit that I know that all of you proudly will raise your glasses to the Chancellor, Willy Brandt.
Apr 29, 1973
In any organization, the man at the top must bear the responsibility.
Apr 29, 1973
I was determined that we should get to the bottom of the matter, and that the truth should be fully brought out--no matter who was involved.
Apr 29, 1973
Finally, I have today requested and accepted the resignation of John W. Dean III from his position on the White House Staff as Counsel.
Apr 29, 1973
I was appalled at this senseless, illegal action, and I was shocked to learn that employees of the Re-Election Committee were apparently among those guilty.
Apr 29, 1973
I HAVE TODAY received and accepted the resignation of Richard G. Kleindienst as Attorney General of the United States.
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