Eisenhower: “We are still too close to the beginnings of the new Department to see fully and in a wide perspective all that you have…”

I feel now it would be futile for me to attempt anything else in the way of words.

We must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex.

For over six decades we have worked together to create and maintain strong democratic institutions.

My heart will always be filled with admiration for you.