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.
Apr 17, 1973
Three Assistants to the President, John D. Ehrlichman, Henry A. Kissinger, and George P. Shultz, shall constitute a Special Committee on Energy.
Apr 17, 1973
The energy challenge provides an important opportunity for nations to pursue vital objectives through peaceful cooperation.
Apr 17, 1973
There is hereby established in the Executive Office of the President a National Energy Office.
Apr 17, 1973
Now, THEREFORE, by virtue of the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and statutes of the United States, it is hereby ordered as follows:
Apr 17, 1973
Energy conservation is a national necessity, but I believe that it can be undertaken most effectively on a voluntary basis.
Apr 16, 1973
And it is interesting to me that the man whom we honor tonight has written a book about De Gasperi and that many in his country and in the world say that Prime Minister Andreotti is in the tradition of De Gasperi.
Apr 16, 1973
We are very grateful for the contribution that has been made to this Nation by the sons and daughters of Italian background.
Apr 16, 1973
He leads a strong nation and a strong people, and like De Gasperi, he is a strong man, the kind of a man that his nation, his people, and the free world needs at this time.
Apr 16, 1973
As we meet during these 2 days, I am sure it will some day be recorded that Italy and the United States on this occasion, not only renewed an old friendship and reasserted it, but we began the structure of a new relationship.
Apr 16, 1973
I met many outstanding leaders on that trip, but I was fortunate to meet and know one of the giants.
Apr 16, 1973
I spent 3 weeks in Italy, studying the needs of Italy for reconstruction, which eventually ended in the Marshall Plan.
Apr 15, 1973
I urge the Congress to take prompt and favorable action on the stockpile legislation I am submitting.
Apr 15, 1973
The United States is the great guardian of peace and freedom in the world.
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