Eisenhower: “I tell you this: I am going to accept that invitation to come back, just as soon as possible.”

In the councils of government, we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military-industrial complex. The potential for the disastrous rise of misplaced power exists and will persist.

Our unity as a nation is sustained by free communication of thought and by easy transportation of people and goods.

My heart will always be filled with admiration for you.

God bless you--and keep going.