Eisenhower: “Laws presumably express the conscience of a nation and its determination or will to do something.”

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.

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

I assure you that our obligation to you is deep and lasting.